by Dr David Kirby | May 20, 2026 | Family Dentistry
If the thought of sitting in a dental chair makes your palms sweat, you are not alone. Research from the University of Adelaide shows that roughly 16% of Australian adults experience dental fear and anxiety, and data from the National Health and Medical Research...
by Dr David Kirby | Apr 28, 2026 | Emergency Dentistry, Family Dentistry
A toothache is one of those pains that is almost impossible to ignore. Whether it is a dull, constant throb or a sharp jolt every time you bite down, dental pain tends to disrupt sleep, meals, and daily life in ways few other health issues can. For residents of...
by Dr David Kirby | Mar 20, 2026 | Family Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
For a lot of parents, the first dental visit feels bigger than it is. You know it matters, but there is still that nagging question: When should we go, what will happen, and how do I make sure my child does not hate the experience? The good news is that a first visit...
by Dr David Kirby | Jan 15, 2026 | Family Dentistry, Oral Health Tips
Snoring is often treated as a joke, an annoyance, or just one of those things people put up with. Sleep apnea, on the other hand, sounds serious, and it is, but many people still don’t connect it with their dentist. That disconnect is a problem. In Australia, snoring...
by Dr David Kirby | Sep 18, 2025 | Family Dentistry, Oral Health Tips
If you’re waking up with a sore jaw, headaches, or chipped teeth, there’s a good chance teeth grinding (bruxism) or a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is in the mix. It’s common, it’s treatable, and you don’t have to put up with it. In this guide, we’ll cut...
by Dr David Kirby | Feb 24, 2025 | Family Dentistry
For many individuals, visiting the dentist can be a daunting experience. Dental anxiety and fear of pain often prevent people from seeking essential oral health care. Fortunately, sedation dentistry provides a safe and effective solution to help patients feel relaxed...
by Dr David Kirby | Jan 24, 2025 | Family Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry
Choosing the right dentist for your child is a proven way to start them on an oral health journey that lasts for life. Establishing a good dental routine includes finding an office where your child can have positive dental experiences. Failure to embrace dental care...
by Winston Wolf | May 31, 2023 | Dental FAQ, Family Dentistry
Our family dental clinic in Orange, NSW focuses on general preventive dentistry to maintain optimal health to prevent major oral issues. Our team provides stellar dental services, including advanced family and restorative dentist treatments, for a beautiful smile. We...
by Winston Wolf | Mar 31, 2020 | Family Dentistry
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...
by Dr David Kirby | Oct 5, 2019 | Dental FAQ, Family Dentistry
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....
by Dr David Kirby | Aug 8, 2019 | Family Dentistry, Oral Health Tips
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...
by Dr David Kirby | Mar 4, 2019 | Dental FAQ, Family Dentistry, Oral Health Tips
Have you ever ground your teeth together and felt the sensation of chalk running on a chalkboard? That comparison is valid, because chalky teeth is a common side effect of eating many kinds of foods. Chalky teeth can be a temporary side effect of eating foods high in...
by Dr David Kirby | Aug 7, 2018 | Family Dentistry, Food & Diet
So much of what we eat is, maybe not surprisingly, very bad for your teeth. But while some may be more obviously harmful, some categories on this list are not so obvious. See the five categories of foods that are most harmful to your teeth and why. What’s important to...
by Dr David Kirby | Dec 28, 2017 | Dental FAQ, Family Dentistry
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....
by Dr David Kirby | Sep 5, 2017 | Family Dentistry
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...
