Many dentists believe electric toothbrushes are more effective in removing plaque from those hard to reach places that ordinary manual toothbrushes would miss. Before you buy, properly evaluate ease of use, battery life and cost of replacement brushes. Always remember that you still need to include daily flossing as part of your dental care routine.

Teeth should only touch each other when you chew, swallow or talk. Studies have shown that this occurs for 15-30 minutes per day. Clenching and grinding teeth is known as bruxism, and commonly occur during sleep. Headaches and jaw pain often result from tired and clenching muscles that are working when they should be resting.

There are a number of techniques that can be used by our dentists to help you achieve that whiter, brighter smile. This may include home teeth whitening kits, in-office teeth whitening, bonding or porcelain veneers.

X-rays are sometimes a necessary aid to check between the teeth, underneath fillings and crowns, and supporting jawbone. At Cairns Precision Dental, we use the latest digital x-ray equipment to minimise your exposure to x-rays. We follow all the safety requirements and our equipment is constantly calibrated and maintained to ensure your safety.