ANZAC DAY John Street Dental will be closed Monday the 25th April for Anzac Day. We will reopen on Tuesday the 26th of April at 8:30AM
Sign a Petition to Help Save the Child Dental Benefit Scheme
The Medicare dental scheme for children has been of such benefit to many children and families here at John Street Dental. We need more government funding of dental services, not less. Preventative dentistry is essential, and that is what this scheme provides. The dental health of Australia’s children is on the line, and this vital […]
What is a dry socket?? From your local Redcliffe Dentist
Here at John Street Dental we always endeavor to save teeth, extraction is often a last resort. Dry socket is a post operative condition that can occur within three days after a tooth extraction where a blood clot falls out of the socket prematurely, most commonly in wisdom teeth removal . However dry sockets are […]
When should your child have there first dental visit?
The idea of taking your toddler to the dentist for the first time can be quite a daunting prospect. Loud noises, strange instruments, new (mask wearing) faces…. But with the right preparation, the first trip to the dentist can actually be quite a positive and fun one for you and your child. Most dentists will recommend […]
Your local Redcliffe Dentist Opening Hours over Easter
What can happen if missing teeth are not replaced..?
The most obvious effect of missing teeth is a cosmetic one, however the major consequence of not replacing your missing teeth is in fact bone loss. Our teeth are embedded in our jaw bones and held in place by gum and adjacent teeth. When a tooth is taken out the jaw that formerly supported […]
A little about Interdental brushes from your local Redcliffe Dentist
Interdental Brushes (Piksters) Interdental brushes are small brushes designed to clean in the spaces in between your teeth. They have bristles that remove the plaque in the small gaps in between the teeth. Floss tends to clean in a straight line across either side of the teeth whereas the interdental brushes spring out and remove […]
Why do we need teeth? From your local Redcliffe Dentist
Why do we need teeth? Some fun facts from John Street Dental Teeth are very important in our everyday life. We use our teeth for cutting and chewing our food. They start the digestive process in which our body needs to perform everyday activities. Teeth are also used to help with our speech. Try saying […]
Dr Dave and the Pandora Parent Group
Dr David Houston from John Street Dental your local Redcliffe Dentist is sponsoring the Pandora Parent Group. Pandora Parent Group is a new parent group on the Northside of Brisbane to meet and get to know other parents in a private, air conditioned space with access to guest speakers who are experts in their fields. Check […]
Meet Anna From John Street Dental
We would like to introduce Anna, who is the newest member to the John Street Dental team. Anna is currently completing a certificate III in Dental Assisting. In recent years Anna has traveled to China, New Zealand and America and is hoping to plan her next big trip to Canada. In her spare time Anna enjoys […]