Drinking plain tap water instead of sugary drinks provides many benefits to our health and wellbeing, including keeping teeth healthy and strong and preventing tooth decay.

Pregnancy can increase your risk of developing oral health problems such as tooth decay and gum disease.

How to prepare for your next dental appointment

Relative Analgesia (RA) is recommended when children are anxious or have special needs and find it difficult to cope with treatment in the dental chair.

Tobacco smoking remains the single most preventable cause of illness and death in Australia.

After a tooth extraction or dental surgery, your mouth needs time to heal. Choosing the right foods and drinks will help with healing and reduce the risk of irritation or infection.

After brushing, spit the toothpaste out but don’t rinse with water.

Teeth whitening involves bleaching your teeth to make them lighter. It should only be carried out by a dental professional.

Cleaning between your teeth removes soft plaque, food debris and bacteria from the teeth and gums.

It is important to notice changes in your mouth and seek dental advice.

Tooth decay is Australia’s most common health problem.

Brush your baby’s teeth without toothpaste, until they are 18 months.