Changed COVID-19 Restrictions for Dental Services

Changed COVID-19 Restrictions for Dental Services

Comprehensive Dental Services General, Cosmetic, and Restorative Care Call (03) 6224 3575 COVID-19 update From 11th May 2020, Collins Dental Centre is now operating under Level 1 restrictions and will be able to provide a full range of treatment.    Under Level 1...
Temporo-mandibular joint disorder (TMD)

Temporo-mandibular joint disorder (TMD)

What is temporo-madibular joint disorder? Temporo-mandibular joint disorder -TMD- is an umbrella term given to pain and dysfunction associated with the teeth, jaw muscles and jaw joint, as well as facial, back of the head, neck and shoulder pain. Dental names include...
Erosion and Acidic Drinks

Erosion and Acidic Drinks

Erosion and Acidic Drinks Is there evidence of acid erosion affecting some or all of your teeth.  Erosion is defined as loss of dental enamel and dentine by a chemical process which does not involve bacteria. Erosion is progressively destructive, until  loss of tooth...
Is Bruxism teeth grinding?

Is Bruxism teeth grinding?

Is Bruxism teeth grinding? Bruxism is excessive clenching or grinding of the teeth that is not a normal part of chewing movements and is associated with excessive jaw muscle activity. It occurs in most humans from time to time and is mild enough not to be a health...