Hitek Dentistry Blog
Helpful information for you and your family about oral health
Here’s 8 Foods You Can Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal
Don't Starve After Wisdom Teeth: Here's What You Can Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal The most common problem in getting wisdom teeth removed is, in the end, having to modify your eating habits during the healing process. Your nerves are sensitive, and...
The Five Best Shops in Orange, NSW
One of the best things about Orange is its economy. The downtown is a stage for Orange’s robust local economy, one which provides an entire lifestyle’s worth of goods and services. As one of Orange’s local businesses, we wanted to drum up a list of some of our...
TMJ Disorder: What is It, and What Can You Do About It?
If you find yourself experiencing prolonged pain of the jaw right below the cheekbone, you might have a temporomandibular joint disorder. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is what connects your jaw to the rest of your skull, located right under the cheekbone. Whether...
The Five Best Pubs In Orange NSW You Need to Visit
While we may be dental people, you can be sure we also love a good pint or cocktail every once in a while. Orange has many different choices of places to go for a drink, so we decided to make a list of the best pubs in Orange NSW. Maybe you’ll catch one of us there...
Dental Implants: What You Need to Know
Dental implants are one of the most permanent dental procedures you can undertake. It is also considered a major dental surgery, which means that these procedures shouldn’t be considered except when absolutely necessary. We’re going to take a look into the purpose of...
The 5 Best Restaurants in Orange, New South Wales
The restaurant scene in Orange is robust to say the least. A huge amount of offerings, from standard local fare to that which is more of a cultural culinary journey, are available around town. We decided to put together the list of the top five restaurants in Orange,...
What is a Root Canal: The Root Canal Procedure Explained
At some point during your life, your dentist may suggest a root canal. While this is often considered a dreaded procedure, many people do not understand exactly what the procedure is, and what it entails. It’s All About the Roots Teeth have an interesting anatomy....
Top 7 Wineries to Visit in Orange NSW
When you think of wineries around the world, most people instantly think of France. However, the love of fine wines has spread all across the globe, and new wineries are constantly popping up everywhere. Now, a great place for wonderful wineries is Orange NSW, which...
6 Things to Do in Orange NSW for the Whole Family
Family Activities in Orange, NSW The city of Orange in New South Wales is renowned for its natural beauty, being crowned by the stunning peak of Mount Canobolas and having more distinct seasons than much of the rest of Australia. Orange is not just pretty to look at,...
Why Do Wounds In Your Mouth Heal Faster?
One of the most amazing things about our bodies is our ability to heal ourselves. Got a scrape on your skin? Watch it slowly disappear, day by day, until it’s like it was never there at all (perhaps leaving a faint scar behind). Of course, when you have a cut or...
Leading Causes of Tooth Decay in Young Children
Dentists across South Australia are raising the alarm about the declining state of dental health in their young patients. According to a worrisome new report, the numbers of children requiring serious dental care have shot up drastically in recent years -- as much as...
Does Natural Toothpaste Really Work?
In recent years, people have been turning toward the “all natural” version of just about any commonly used product. Consumers concerned with being healthier or more eco friendly opt for all-natural deodorants, bug repellent, and cleaning products. Organic foods grown...
Dentistry Win: More Seniors Are Keeping Natural Teeth
Dentists across Australia are reporting good news from their visits with elderly patients. Though dental exams with older people are often fraught with unpleasant diagnoses, dental health professionals say they’ve seen an overall improvement in the state of senior...
Finding Clues to the Past in Neanderthal Teeth
Dental plaque is a modern day pain, causing problems like gingivitis and tooth decay if not properly dealt with. But researchers have recently discovered a positive use for plaque -- providing clues and insights into the distant past of our species. A group of...
Dental Concerns for Menopausal Women: What You Need to Know
Women going through menopause experience a number of changes to their bodies. Hormonal imbalances can lead to many annoying and uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats which are well known and often discussed. A lesser known, but still important set...
How to Care for Baby’s Teeth: When to Start Brushing & More
Caring for Baby’s First Teeth Your little bundle of joy didn’t come packaged with instructions, and many new parents may feel overwhelmed with making sure they’re taking proper care of their child at every stage of life. Managing your child’s oral health is very...
Five New Year’s Resolutions Your Dentist Wishes You’d Make
For many people around the world, the New Year is a time to re-examine our lifestyles and work on incorporating healthy habits into our daily routines. Popular resolutions focus on losing weight, quitting smoking, and saving more money. But while we focus on becoming...
New Study Shows e-Cigarettes Harm Gum Tissue
Are E-cigs Bad for Your Teeth? Many people think of e-cigarettes as healthier alternatives to traditional tobacco use… but new research shows that this concept may be nothing more than smoke and mirrors. Since vaping is a relatively new habit, there’s been a lack of...
Suffer From Dental Anxiety? Scientists Find Genetic Link to Dentist Fear
If You Suffer From Dental Anxiety, It May Be Genetic Are you terrified of going to the dentist? Maybe it’s time to cut yourself some slack. New research has indicated that dentist-related anxiety could actually have a genetic cause. If the thought of the dentist gets...
Does Flossing Really Work? Learn Why That Study You Heard About is Way Off
At a Loss About Flossing? Here Are the Facts For decades, flossing has been an essential part of good dental care and oral hygiene as recommended by dentists. Many people may struggle with incorporating it into their daily routine, but it was almost universally...