Hitek Dentistry Blog
Helpful information for you and your family about oral health
What to Do While Social Distancing in Orange NSW
Even with the Coronavirus waning, It looks like we’re going to have to play it safe for a while. That means keeping your distance from others and being extra cautious about cleanliness and sanitation. Starting June 1, certain restrictions from the Australian...
5 Dentist Recommendations for the Coronavirus Pandemic
Our family dental care in Orange NSW want you to be able to prioritize your oral health safely in the Coronavirus pandemic. Here are our five dental recommendations for COVID-19.
Proper Dental Care During The Coronavirus Pandemic
Cleaning your teeth used to be easy when the dental offices were all open for business. Nowadays, most dentists are closed for non essential services due to CDC recommendations. This can mean a delay in your routine cleanings, but it should not be the end of clean...
Dentists Open On Saturdays
You have a full-time job or have other obligations that can’t be moved during the week. It might be your volunteer work, or you may have an essential job where time off is hard to come by. You may have children who - along with your full-time work - have practices to...
The Best Dental Office Cleaning Practices
There’s nothing like a freshly-cleaned dental office. In fact, every dental office should be freshly cleaned, in our opinion. That’s because just like any other medical office, a dental office’s cleanliness is directly linked to positive patient outcomes. Maintaining...
What Does Alcohol Do To Your Teeth?
Alcohol can have many negative side effects for your oral hygiene. However a consultation with our oral health dentists to treat the negative dental side effects of alcohol.
Seasons Overview – Weather in Orange, NSW
If you’re planning a trip to Orange, NSW, you’re in for a treat. Our fair city is an idyllic place for daytime shopping trips, or a family getaway. All year-round, there are plenty of fun things to do, from bars and restaurants to live music and more. Orange is where...
Wisdom Teeth: What Are They, and Why Do We Have Them?
Everybody finds out about wisdom teeth at some point or another. Over time, these worrisome extra molars will push their way through your jaw, and you’ll need to get them taken out. Why do we have wisdom teeth, anyway? It seems they just grow for the sake of making...
When Do Kids Start Going to the Dentist?
Are you not sure when to take your kid to the dentist? That’s OK. Tons of parents ask the same question, and for most children, it's the same answer. Professionals suggest that a child’s first visit to the dentist be at around six months old. This ensures if there are...
What Happens During a Teeth Cleaning?
You’ve probably gotten a teeth cleaning at a dentist. But, with all those tools, you may be asking yourself how they get your mouth to be so clean? Well, it’s a question that requires an exploration into tools and techniques used by dentists and dental technicians....
Should I Use Baking Soda Toothpaste?
In the dental world, one question comes up often - what’s the deal with baking soda and toothpaste? Years ago, people used to mix baking soda with water as a way to freshen breath and clean teeth. Today, toothpaste is a significantly more complex recipe of chemicals...
What is Gingivitis, Is it Contagious and How to Cure It
Gum disease is no laughing matter. Gum disease - otherwise known as periodontitis - is a serious condition that not only affects your gums, but your overall health. One important thing to note before we go on - gum disease is often preceded by gingivitis, a buildup of...
The Best Vitamins for Teeth
It’s no mystery that vitamins are crucial for overall health. But, did you know that specific vitamins can be beneficial for tooth and mouth health? Some vitamins are best for bones and jaws, while others are great for gums and gum health. Even further, some are best...
Interesting Dentistry Facts & Stats
There are many fascinating things about your body, especially when it comes to your teeth. From how toothbrushes are made to what teeth are made of, the history of dental care and dentistry may shock you. We've looked all over the web for the most fascinating and...
The Five Best Venues for Live Music in Orange NSW
Orange in New South Wales is a vibrant, close-knit community for all to enjoy - even music lovers. While we’re known for our scenic downtown and great eateries, there are plenty of places for live music in Orange NSW that can be the stage for a memorable night out, or...
Five Dental Health Tips Everyone Should Follow
Dental health is one part of our overall health we have a major part to play in. That’s because most of the maintenance of our teeth comes down to what we do every single day of our lives. With sustained effort, anybody can have healthy teeth. But not everybody takes...
A Guide to Cherry Season in Orange NSW
Cherry season is a cherished time in Orange, NSW. Read our guide to cherry season, as well as our many blogs that offer advice on oral health, holistic dentistry, and wellness.
What Causes Chalky Teeth and How to Treat It
Suffering from chalky teeth? Learn the causes of chalky teeth and how to treat it from our restorative dental service experts. Hitek Family Dental blog offers advice on oral health & dentistry.
The Five Best Celebrations & Events in Orange NSW
Orange in New South Wales is in many ways an idyllic town. A popular tourist destination and a thriving retirement community, people around the country and the world flock here for the beautiful scenes and exciting events that take place all year. That’s why you...
Is Juuling Bad For Your Teeth?
Nicotine-delivering vaporizers have taken the world by storm as an alternative to smoking. Many are using “vapes” as a way to quit smoking, or as a recreational smoking device all its own. The Juul is one of the industry’s most popular models. But, one question many...