Hitek Dentistry Blog
Helpful information for you and your family about oral health
Does Novocaine Have Any Side Effects?
Curious if novocaine has any side effects? Read our oral health blog or consult with one of our dental care experts about our state of the art dental equipment .
Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth?
Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth? Answer: Yes Coffee may get us smiling in the morning, but it doesn't always have the most flattering effect on our smile: The tiny pits and ridges naturally present in tooth enamel make our teeth prone to staining from dark foods and...
No More Tears: How To Choose The Right Dentist For Your Child
No More Tears: How To Choose The Right Dentist For Your Child For most parents, the most dreaded aspect of routine dental care is not the fear of needing fillings or crowns—it's the idea of bringing their children to the dentist. Parents know all too well that while...
Is Your Affordable Dentist Costing You More Than You Think?
Choosing a Reliable Dentist There is a wise old adage which states, “If something seems too good to be true, it probably is.” Most of us are aware of the fact that if we cut corners when buying just about anything—be it electronics, furniture, clothing, or whatever...
What You Need to Know About Oral Health If You’re Pregnant
Pregnancy and Dental Care At our dental practice we often receive questions from expecting mothers, so the team here at Hitek Family Dental Care put together this helpful guide for expecting mothers and what they need to know about their oral health. While many of the...
Is Dental Amalam Safe? Risks of Mercury & Silver Fillings
5 Risks of Mercury & Silver Fillings When it comes to mercury and silver fillings (also referred to as amalgam fillings), many dental patients find it difficult to separate fact from fiction. On the one hand, hundreds of alarmist articles litter the web stating...
Foods You Didn’t Know Were Good for Your Teeth
Did You Know These 5 Foods Good for Your Teeth? In the past, food was fairly universally seen as a threat to teeth, with sugary foods and drinks topping the list of worst offenders. Regular brushing and flossing, we were told, were all we could do to keep our teeth...
What to Do If You Bite Your Lip Or Tongue
Bit your tongue or lip? Bite your lips as a habit? Learn more from from our Orange NSW cosmetic dental professionals of how to prevent a lip biting habit.