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Saturdays are Back at Dental Excel Bracken Ridge

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Brand new frontage from inside Dental Excel Bracken Ridge before window decals

 

There have been some changes at Dental Excel Bracken Ridge over the past few months. If you’ve been past the frontage lately, you will already have seen one of them. Recently, renovations were completed and now you will find Susan in a more spacious and airy reception area to welcome you.

We’re also excited to announce that Saturday appointments are back at Bracken Ridge. This is due to the arrival of not just one new dentist, but two. Dr Victoria is ready to welcome you back to Saturdays and Dr Chris is proving popular with patients of all ages.

Why do dental appointments on Saturday?

It isn’t always easy to make and keep a dental appointment during working hours, so we know how handy it is to have the option of a weekend appointment. Now Dr Victoria has joined the Bracken Ridge team, we’re so pleased to be able to offer Saturdays again.

We also open later until 6pm on Mondays and Thursdays, and open early at 7:30am on Fridays every week to give you more flexibility.

More about our renovations

The shop frontage was recently replaced and updated to a more modern design. Because some alterations then had to be made to the entrance, it left a much more spacious reception area and allowed more light to stream through the door. We have now installed new window graphics, and everything has a fresh, new look and feels airy and brighter inside.

The Bracken Ridge location has benefited from a breath of fresh air and now with new dentists too, it really is an exciting time at your local Dental Excel. And we aren’t finished yet! Watch this space for more news about your local Brisbane dentists or follow us on Facebook for the latest updates.

Book your appointment with Dr Chris or Dr Victoria on (07) 3261 4222 or visit the Dental Excel Bracken Ridge page here to find out more.

Bracken Ridge Dental Excel

2/57 Gawain Road, Bracken Ridge QLD 4017

(07) 3261 4222

Mon: 8:30 am – 6 pm
Tues: 8:30 am – 5 pm
Wed: 8 am – 5 pm
Thurs: 8:30 am – 6 pm
Fri: 7:30 am – 5 pm
Sat: 8 am – 1 pm (open every Saturday)

Celebrating International Women’s Day at Dental Excel

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IWD 2021 #ChooseToChallenge

 

International Womens Day falls on March 8th, and this year it’s a Monday. To mark this special day here at Dental Excel, we will be wearing purple and green and giving away free pamper bags to all our female patients – sorry fella’s!

International Womens Day is celebrated every year in Australia and all over the world in many ways. A traditional day for celebrating women’s rights, it is a popular time for fundraising for women’s charities. IWD is also used as a platform for raising awareness about gender equality and highlighting other issues that affect women.

The history of International Womens Day

IWD was recognised and celebrated on March 8th in 1975 by the United Nations during International Women’s Year. Since then, it has kept the date and gained ground as a worldwide day to recognise and celebrate women.

The roots of IWD go back much further, however. The United Nations research showed that it started in America as National Women’s Day in February 1909. The Socialist Party of America recognised the plight of protesting workers during the previous year, who campaigned for better working conditions. The following year saw the introduction of Women’s Day many miles away in Denmark and this centred around the continuing fight for suffrage.

IWD caught on across Europe and by 1911 more than one million people gathered on March 19th to mark International Women’s Day. Rallies were organised in support of working conditions, pay, rights and representation. Today, IWD has its own logo and is supported by millions of individuals, businesses and organisations all over the world.

IWD at Dental Excel

At all five Dental Excel locations, we will be supporting and celebrating International Womens Day with you. We will be wearing purple and green and raising our hands in support of this years’ theme #ChooseToChallenge and we’ll be giving every female patient a mini pamper pack to mark her day. Find out more about IWD on the official website here.

The UN also have a theme for IWD this year to highlight the COVID-19 pandemic and dedication from women. Women in Leadership – Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world. Find out more about this years’ UN focus for IWD here.

How are you celebrating International Women’s Day this year? Head on over to our Facebook page and let us know – send us your IWD photos.

Dental Excel Beerwah Welcomes Dr Craig Woolward

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Dental Excel Beerwah has been delighted to welcome a new dentist in 2020. Dr Craig Woolward joins a great team at Beerwah and is settling in well already.

Dr Craig completed his Bachelor of Dental Science in Witwatersrand, South Africa in 1988. He has now realised his dream of living by the sea here in Queensland after living and practicing in Auckland and Melbourne.

Your new Beerwah dentist

Your new Beerwah dentist is experienced and passionate about general dental practice and enjoys keeping up with the latest techniques, dental materials and technologies. Come and talk to Dr Craig about:

  • Restorative dentistry
  • Endodontics
  • Tooth coloured fillings
  • Ceramic restorations
  • Crowns

If you’ve been looking for a new Sunshine Coast Dentist, come and meet Dr Craig for your next routine check. Call Dental Excel Beerwah on (07) 5494 0199 or visit the webpage to find out more. You can also find Dr Craig at Dental Excel Palmwoods.

Dental Excel Wurtulla Give $100 Gift to K’s for Kids

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Recently, the staff at Dental Excel Wurtulla were given a very generous thank you gift of $100 by a loyal patient. As it was such a lot of money, the girls decided they wanted to do something special with it and spent a few weeks researching local good causes. This is when they came across K’s for Kids.

What is K’s for Kids?

91.9 Sea FM Radio have been raising funds for this amazing initiative run by Inclusive Kids to provide new school shoes for children locally. This seemed like the perfect cause and the girls at Dental Excel Wurtulla have donated their $100 to benefit local kids.

If you’d like to find out more about the amazing and worthwhile initiative K’s for Kids, please visit 91.9 Sea FM Radio’s website page here.

Dental veneers – Is Your Smile Selfie Ready?

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The demand for dental veneers and other cosmetic treatments, such as teeth whitening, has doubled in recent years according to the Australian Dental Association. One of the biggest factors influencing how we feel about our smiles is the simultaneous increase of social media use and the continuing rise of the ‘Selfie’ – a phenomenon that has swept the world’s younger generations.

Social media influencers all over the globe are reaching for their selfie sticks up to several times a day. According to Google, its Android users take more than 93 million selfies a day and one poll suggests that the 18-24-year-old age bracket take every third photo of themselves.

This strongly suggests that the increase in popularity of dental veneers and teeth whitening treatments can be in part attributed to the selfie. With celebrities and influencers sporting perfect smiles, many of us are looking for a clear path to the same thing. However, the quest for the perfect smile isn’t an easy one and the cost can be significant.

If you’ve been thinking about dental veneers or other cosmetic teeth whitening treatments, here’s a few tips to follow to give yourself the best chance of success.

What to expect when tackling your selfie smile

When you decide you’re going to change your smile, there are a number of avenues you can take. Your usual dentist will be able to talk to you about the best approach to take for your smile goals.

Here’s what to expect when you start your journey:

  • A full consultation – this initial consultation is often held at no charge by a professional, experienced dentist or cosmetic practitioner. No treatment is usually carried out at these consultations but a full discussion about the options should be included.
  • A quotation for a treatment plan.
  • Before and after images – many good dentists will have a stock of before and after images, sample veneers and colour matching kits.

A professional dentist or cosmetic dental practitioner will take the time to fully explain your treatment and tell you what to expect, how many visits you will need and detail the cost. Some cosmetic dental treatments like veneers could involve several visits and detailed dental work to facilitate a good result.

For professional smile treatment and to maximise your chances of a good result, try to avoid the use of cheap online smile kits. In this instance, it is common for people to get what they paid for and although some teeth whitening kits do work, they can sometimes include harsher chemicals that can damage the teeth or gums over time and repeated use.

How to get the perfect smile

Start with a trip to your dentist

To reach your smile goals, a visit to your dentist is a great start. Visit your regular dentist initially and ask for some professional advice and book a cosmetic dental consultation. If your usual dentist doesn’t work with dental veneers or other treatments, ask them to recommend a colleague they trust.

Professional advice and tailored program

Once you are happy with your choice of dentist, and the type of treatment you are opting for, get a tailored, comprehensive plan of treatment including costs.

Teeth whitening treatments may involve an initial session and up to five altogether, depending on the result you are hoping for.

There is much more involved with dental veneers. You will receive a treatment plan and a breakdown of cost, which can often be spread out at a professional dental practice by way of a finance package or payment plan. Let’s look at dental veneers a little more closely.

Are dental veneers for you?

Dental veneers can last up to 20-years when they are chosen right and fitted professionally. Your dentist will talk you through your options and help you to decide whether dental veneers are right for you and which type will suit you the best.

Having veneers fitted involves some preparation initially, including treating the teeth to ensure they are the right fit, having x-rays, impressions taken and having your dental veneers custom-made to fit you perfectly.

Dental veneers are a long-term commitment, and your dentist will help you to choose the best cosmetic treatment for you to give you the smile you’ve been looking for.

How Dental Excel can help you with dental veneers

Dental Excel offer dental veneers and teeth whitening as a part of our dental treatments at each of our five Sunshine Coast and Brisbane dental locations. We work with the Zoom! Teeth whitening system to give fast results.

Our experience in dental veneers means we can offer high levels of patient care to help you reach your smile goals. Using the latest dental technology, we can show you what to expect and talk you through both your options and your treatments to give you peace of mind.

Book your smile consultation at your nearest Dental Excel today.

Beerwah – (07) 5494 0199

Palmwoods – (07) 5445 0166

Caloundra – (07) 5438 2555

Wurtulla – (07) 5493 1244

Bracken Ridge – (07) 3261 4222

Dentist Imaging Technology at Dental Excel

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Did you know that Dental Excel has carefully-selected, state-of-the-art dentist imaging technology at each of our five practices? We have, over the past twenty years of providing quality dental care in Brisbane and on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, invested heavily in some of the most innovative dentist imaging technology. This is to offer our patients enhanced comfort and a clearer perspective.

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of dental care, and take a proactive, holistic approach to your needs to help you achieve your dental goals.

What types of dentist imaging technology do we have?

Intra Oral Camera

The intra oral camera is an impressive, high-power digital camera device that allows us to get up close and really show you what is going on in your mouth. This piece of dentist technology gives us the ability to detect tooth fracturing on a scale that is not normally seen with the naked eye, making it a powerful, preventive dentistry tool.

Soredex Digital X-Ray Technology

The latest in digital imaging – the Soredex Digora Optima Deluxe PSP System – has been installed at each of our practices to give patients a new digital x-ray experience.

Using imaging to give our patients a new perspective

At Dental Excel, we understand that dentist technology is changing. The latest systems, dentist technology and innovative techniques can offer an utterly different dental chair experience from the traditional methods. The Intra Oral Camera and Soredex digital X-ray technologies we have installed at all our Dental Excel locations shows you what we can see, not only visually, but also radiologically on an external monitor.

The imaging technology we have offers patients a different perspective, as it allows us to demonstrate, highlight, detect and discuss any issues with your oral health at the earliest stage during a routine appointment, before they become problems.

Early detection of issues is the key to successful treatment, and Dental Excel can help with the introduction of our dentist imaging technology. The experience of our dentists gained over many years of dedicated work in Australia, the US, New Zealand, Europe and the UK. Come and see us at one of our five locations across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast for your routine appointment.

Find out more about dental technology at Dental Excel here.

Fun at the Beerwah Street Party 2017 with Dental Excel

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Beerwah Street Party 2017 | Fun with Dental ExcelDental Excel had so much fun at the annual Beerwah Street Party this year. We really enjoy connecting with the community, sharing our commitment to your dental health and having some fun at the same time!

The annual Beerwah Street Party was first introduced by the Sunshine Coast Council in 2014 to highlight and celebrate the recently-completed improvements to the area.

The event was such a huge success, and attracted far more people than was originally expected, that an independent committee was formed to make the event an annual one with the support and enthusiasm of all the local businesses on Simpson Street.

This year marked the fourth annual street party in Beerwah and was another great success, with thousands of Sunshine Coast residents turning out to take part in the festivities. The local Beerwah business community joined in with street stalls selling everything that Beerwah has to offer, and some amazing food to keep everyone happy and well fed during the entire event.

Dental Excel at the Beerwah Street Party 2017

Beerwah Dentists Having Fun | Beerwah Street Party 2017The Dental Excel stand saw many locals participate in our Instabooth, using ‘dental props’ to pose for photos. Our dentists joined in the fun, embracing the cardboard props and generally being not to serious!

David’s wire loop game took some concentration to complete, but was a huge success and drew some laughs too! Our ‘party bags’ flew out, and all-in-all, the evening was enjoyed by everyone. The Beerwah Street Party is a great way to begin getting ready for Christmas, and we enjoy connecting with our locals in a fun way. Not everyone embraces the dentists chair, but we are a great bunch of people, and do our best to make everyone feel at ease with us.

Dental Excel Beerwah dentists know how to have some fun, as well as how to care for our local residents’ oral health. Dentists don’t have to be dull! We are already looking forward to next year’s event 😊

Tips for Looking After Your Child's Teeth | Dental Excel Blog

Looking After Your Child’s Teeth from the Very Start

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Tips for Looking After Your Child's Teeth | Dental Excel BlogMany parents find it difficult to judge when and how you should begin looking after your child’s teeth. It is never too early to start teaching your child how to look after their teeth and gums, and helping them to understand the importance of a healthy mouth and smile.

According to US dental professionals, even before the teeth appear, parents should be paying attention to the soft tissues of a baby’s mouth, and suggest that a soft, clean cloth could be run gently over those tiny gums to remove bacteria and avoid damage to the equally tiny teeth behind them.

When do the first baby teeth appear, and what should we do when they arrive?

Generally speaking, the front teeth appear first – two on the top and two at the bottom – at any time around six months of age. The rest of the baby teeth will gradually appear after that, until the age of around 2 and a half, when all 20 first teeth should be visible.

Very young children often suffer with teething problems as the first teeth break through the gums, resulting in symptoms such as (but not always):

  • Red cheeks
  • Swollen, painful gums
  • Raised temperature
  • Dribbling
  • Difficulty sleeping

Teething troubles can be eased with cooled teething rings that are widely available at pharmacies across Australia, or by gently massaging the child’s gums.

Brushing should begin as soon as the first tooth appears, with a soft, baby toothbrush and water. Baby toothbrushes are specially designed to be extra soft.

Opinions differ, however, on the use of toothpaste. Some dental professionals are against the use of toothpaste before the age of two, but others recommend a tiny amount of specially-formulated baby toothpaste about the size of a grain of rice. Everyone agrees that swallowing toothpaste should be avoided!

Speak to your own dentist about looking after your child’s teeth, and take your child to the dentist with you. Starting this regular routine early is the key to making sure your child gets off to the right start with dental hygiene.

Why it is important to establish a good routine early for your child’s teeth and gums

The baby teeth are the first teeth your child has, and they form a basis for the second, permanent teeth, which will begin to arrive around the age of six. Although the first teeth will fall out, they still need to be meticulously cleaned and looked after professionally to ensure a healthy set of permanent teeth will follow.

Getting everyone involved in looking after your child’s teeth

Getting young children involved in looking after their teeth and gums is crucial if they are to get on the right road to a healthy smile in later life. It is not always easy to persuade young children to do this, but there are a few tricks you can have up your sleeve to help establish a fun, regular routine, such as:

  • Find dental hygiene books and online videos developed especially for kids
  • Encourage your child to select their own toothbrush, or choose one in their favourite colour – remember that children’s toothbrushes are specially developed for tiny mouths, so ensure you pick a dedicated baby toothbrush
  • Encourage a daily routine of morning brushing after breakfast, and evening brushing before bedtime
  • Play a fun or favourite song for two minutes to encourage brushing over a period of time
  • Avoid sugary drinks or treats. This is the perfect time to introduce healthy snacks for children that won’t harm their teeth. (have a look at our recent blog post here for some ideas).
  • Offer a reward for good dental hygiene
  • Do something fun after a dentist appointment

Parents of young children want to make sure cavities are avoided, and looking after your child’s teeth right from the start can give them the perfect grounding for a healthy mouth and smile.

Dental Excel dentists take a fun, holistic approach to children’s dental care, and nothing pleases us more than to teach our young visitors how to look after their teeth and gums. Come and see us with your children, meet our special teddy that helps look after them while they are here, and start your child on the right path to a happy, healthy smile that they can keep for life with Dental Excel.

Do You Want a Whiter Smile? – Teeth Whitening Treatments

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Teeth Whitening Treatments at Dental Excel | Cosmetic DentistryTeeth whitening treatments are amongst the most popular cosmetic dental procedures available today all around the world. Having a healthy-looking, bright white smile is near the top of the wish list for many people, and the latest treatments can bring about a remarkable physical transformation – fast and it won’t cost the Earth.

A person’s smile is the first impression they give to people they meet for the first time. Staining or discolouration of the teeth often takes away the intention to smile, or will inhibit the production of a natural broad smile or laugh. People who are conscious of their poor smile will likely hide their mouth behind their hand, supress a smile or turn away.

Having a healthy, white smile can provide a great boost to your confidence, and can make an impression on those around you.

What causes discoloured teeth?

Even if you adopt a regular dental care routine, there are still many factors that can lead to discolouration or staining of the teeth, most commonly:

  • Drinking red wine
  • Drinking tea and coffee
  • Foods with excess artificial colouring
  • Smoking
  • Illness
  • Medication

Boosting confidence and more with a whiter smile

Just knowing that your teeth look healthy, without stains or yellowing, can make a difference to your confidence immediately.

A recent study was conducted by Oral-B with 2,000 people participating. Amongst the most interesting responses were:

  • Whiter teeth can reduce your age appearance by up to five years
  • A whiter smile can make you 20% more attractive
  • White teeth can increase your chances of success in a job interview
  • Whiter smiles in the office can lead to better opportunities and pay

Although having a whiter smile won’t guarantee that you will get that job that you went for, find the partner or get you a pay rise, the increased confidence you feel after teeth whitening treatments always projects to those around you.

What is involved in professional teeth whitening treatments?

The practice of professional teeth whitening treatments by dentists is growing in popularity all over the world, for all kinds of reasons.

Here at Dental Excel, our teeth whitening service is a firm client favourite, and is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures we offer. Our treatments have been tried and tested, and are safe for your teeth and soft tissues of the mouth.

Following your consultation at one of our five locations, Dental Excel will make sure you are an ideal candidate for teeth whitening, and will advise you depending on your current dental health, and level of discolouration or staining.

Our experienced teeth whitening teams will make you comfortable in one of our dedicated patient lounges, and offer Zoom! teeth whitening system, which is our go-to solution, providing beautiful results within an hour. A UV light is applied during the treatment, and re-application of the gentle whitening gel can occur every 15 minutes or so, depending upon the level of treatment, as pre-determined by your Dental Excel dentist.

We can also help you to attain and maintain a whiter smile at home with our tray kits – ask us for more information.

Give us a call, or pop in to one of our Dental Excel locations in Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast to find out more about our teeth whitening solutions.