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Finding yourself in the middle of a dental emergency can be very stressful, which is why having an emergency dentistry clinic you can trust for prompt care is so important. Wondering if you need to seek emergency dental care? Read on to learn about a few of the most common…

Earlier this year we had a young man attend the surgery with a broken jaw and severe dental injuries as a result of a collision during a soccer game. Due to our experience in Sports Dentistry, through our decade long relationship with the Newcastle Knights, we were able…

When you are worried about losing a tooth, the last thing you need to be thinking about is your new dentures. Dental technicians want you to understand your new bridgework so that you can feel comfortable choosing the dental solution that fits your needs. What is a Crown and Why…

“I know it’s only cosmetic,” Sarah said, “but it really bothers me that my teeth are so off-white.” We had just finished scaling and polishing her teeth. The coffee and tea stains were gone, but her teeth weren’t as bright as she had hoped. “Scaling and polishing removes…

Whether you’ve worn uncomfortable dentures for years or you accidentally had a tooth knocked out at last week’s football match, you need a quality solution for your missing tooth. For patients in good health, dental experts recommend dental implants. What is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is an artificial…

Cosmetic dentistry has come a long way over the years. It is much more than just attaching veneers over normal teeth for a glamorous, Hollywood smile. There are several techniques to choose from to improve your smile while at the same time helping you gain better oral hygiene,…

Unfortunately, yes, tooth decay can happen in babies.  Too much sugar is usually associated with infant tooth decay.  Bacteria in a baby’s mouth feed on sugars and produce acid that destroy teeth.  Although children do eventually lose their baby teeth, it is still important to protect these teeth. …

Did you know that being afraid of going to the dentist is very common? We understand and are here to help you relax in the dentist’s chair. Here are 3 ways we can help you overcome your fear of dentists: 1. Tell your dentist about your fears, and why…

Choosing the right children’s dentist is an important decision. Your child’s first impression of dental professionals and the dental process will influence how they view dentistry for quite possibly the rest of their life. It is important they are comfortable with the dentist and their staff. Here are four considerations…

Accreditation is awarded to a practice by an independent accreditation agency under the guidance of the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care. Accreditation requires a Practice to submit evidence demonstrating compliance with the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards. These standards rigorously check a…

Our Dental Hygienists Kellie and Jennifer, along with Dental Assistant Kathryn have been visiting schools and pre-schools in our local area. During the 30-40 minute session children are entertained through puppets, happy and sad teeth, sugar bugs, gigantic toothbrushes, dress ups and story time. It is a fun…

Financial Support for basic dental services for children aged between 2 and 17 years A new federally funded dental scheme, the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) commenced on the 1 January 2014. It has replaced the now defunct Medicare Teen Dental Plan. Morrin Dental has decided to participate in…