GalleryFirst Dental Visits
When should children have their first dental visit? The first dental visit is recommended when the first teeth push into the mouth or by age 1, whichever comes first.
GallerySugary Drinks and your Teeth
Sugary drinks can affect the teeth by causing tooth decay and tooth erosion. These drinks include soft drinks, energy drinks, sports drinks, pre-made iced teas, and fruit juice. The best choices for tooth-friendly drinks include water and milk.
GalleryX-rays Provide a Comprehensive Assessment
There’s a lot going on in your mouth that is not visible to the naked eye, and dental X-rays allow the team at Essential Dental to see what’s happening below the surface. By taking X-rays, we are provided with a comprehensive assessment of the health of your mouth.
GalleryDr Robin Yong joins the team at Essential Dental
Essential Dental are excited and proud to welcome Dr Robin Yong to the team at their Golden Grove dental practice. Robin graduated with his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide in 2006 (Dean’s List), inducted to the Royal Australasian Fellow of Dental Surgeons (FRACDS) in 2012, before completing BScDent (Honours) 1st Class, in 2017.
GalleryCoronavirus (COVID-19) Update
IMPORTANT UPDATE 16.12.22 – MASKS NO LONGER MANDATORY
Essential Dental wishes for all patients and families who visit our clinic to have a pleasant and safe experience. Please note, it is no longer mandatory to wear face masks in our clinic, however, patients and families are free to wear one at their discretion.
If you need any help […]
GalleryHow to Care for Your Mouth When You’re Sick
When you’re sick, it’s easy to put your life on hold until you get better. But there are a few things to consider when it comes to caring for your teeth and mouth when a cold sets in.
GalleryWelcome Dr Priya Jeyakumar
Essential Dental is excited and proud to welcome Dr Priya Jeyakumar to their Golden Grove dental practice. With an interest in preventative care and a well rounded conservative approach to dentistry, Dr Priya is a perfect fit to the highly experienced team of dentists at the clinic.
GalleryTeeth-Friendly Snacks for Your Child’s Lunch
A nutritious meal at lunchtime isn’t just important to give your child an energy boost to finish out their school day – it can make a big difference in their overall and oral health.
If you’re concerned about expenses, packing a healthy lunch doesn’t have to be costly. Here are a […]
GalleryDental Trauma and First Aid
With the current COVID-19 restrictions in place it seems we are all at home a little more often. For those with children at home, the close quarters may yield an incident or two… sometimes these involve a missing tooth! “Accidents happen” is a phrase we have all heard, but the reality is that accidents […]
GalleryMouthguards can save your smile
If you play a contact sport, and a lot of Aussies do, you risk injuring your teeth. Many sports have risk of contact and therefore serious dental injury. These sorts of injuries are often difficult to treat, and often involve a lifetime of expense.
Prevention is always better than the cure
Mouthguards can protect you from […]