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New Leaf Dentists is a registered COVID Safe business with the NSW Government. The safety and well being of our visitors, patients and our staff remain of utmost priority for us. From our strict infection control standards that we’ve had since the beginning of our practice, to the additional precautionary measures that we’ve implemented in response to the COVID-19 crisis, we are commitment to ensuring that our clinic remains as COVID-safe as possible.
Read MoreIt has been nearly 6 years since our family made the decision to uproot ourselves from our comfort zone in Sydney where we lived for over 20 years and all our connections were established. Making the move to the Central Coast was scary and exciting at the same time, as it was a new adventure for us as a family.
At that time, Sydney “migrants” to the Central Coast was still not that many. However, I found that in recent years, maybe in the last 2-3 years, the number of families moving here has grown significantly. With the beautiful surrounds and the lifestyle that the Central Coast has to offer, it is indeed a dream life!
As you would expect when you move to a new area, the first things you do is look for essential services such as good daycare centres, preschools, schools, a trustworthy doctor, hairdresser, activities for the children, etc etc…and I would like to think…a great dentist!
Read MoreOne of the most popular treatments that families inquire about are braces. When we were young, it was uncommon for adults to seek orthodontic treatment, but nowadays, people of all ages have a desire to have straighter teeth. The usual reason is for aesthetic purposes, but apart from this, there are many good reasons to have your teeth straightened. Oral hygiene is one of the biggest. Here’s how the two go together…
Read MoreTeeth whitening is considered as one of the least invasive procedures in dentistry. This common dental procedure involves altering teeth shade by breaking down teeth stains through chemical means. While many people have fearlessly jumped on board, there are still some who are reluctant due to some lingering questions in their minds.
This week, we’ll answer some of the frequently asked questions about teeth whitening in our blog post. If you have other concerns that were not covered, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!
Read MoreThis week’s guest dentist is Dr Erna Linsao-Mendoza DMD, one of our associate dentists here on the Central Coast. In this blog, she talks about tooth decay, a topic that would likely resonate during this time of COVID-19 lockdown, when we are all eating more “comfort food” like sugary and acidic ones! Read on to find out what Dr Erna has got to say about this dental issue.
Read MoreRoot Canal Treatment, also known as Root Canal Therapy (aka “RCT”) is a common dental procedure wherein the primary objectives are to remove infected tissue located inside the tooth, preserve and increase the life of the affected dentition. The damage caused by dental decay or trauma to the tooth can lead to pain and potential early loss.
Root Canal Treatment is considered a superior alternative to tooth extraction. Just like other common dental treatments, many patients still perceive that RCT is painful, costly and does not work. Here are some of the most common concerns and myths about Root Canal Treatment that I would like to address.
Read MoreOn May 7, the National Cabinet approved a move from Level 2 to Level 1 in Dentistry. What does this mean for us? Is everything back to normal once again? Not entirely, but we can do all dental services provided that we remain vigilant in our screening of patients and only treat those patients who do not meet the epidemiological and clinical risk factors for COVID-19.
Read MoreGiven the underlying COVID-19 risks PLUS the social distancing rules we have all been doing our best to adhere to in the past couple of weeks (or is it months already?), the common question we encounter is:
Is it safe to go to the dentist during the COVID-19 crisis?
Find out what we are doing at New Leaf Dentists to help ease your worries about whether it is safe to visit your dentists here in Erina, Central Coast at these challenging and often confusing times.
Read MoreWith the government downgrading dental services restrictions from Level 3 to Level 2 effective 27 April 2020, our team is back on board to make sure we are available to provide necessary dental treatments to our patients here on the Central Coast. Though still subject to restrictions, we are able to do more than we were allowed to in the past few weeks. Thank you for your support and understanding at these trying times.
Read MoreLooking After Your Children's Baby Teeth
Primary Teeth (aka “Baby Teeth”): Are they really important?
As they will be replaced with the permanent teeth anyway, many people think and even consider that children's baby teeth aren’t essential. The fact of the matter is, primary teeth (also known as baby/temporary teeth), are very important in every child’s physical and emotional development.
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