Greenbank Family Dental Blog: Dental Health Tips, News & Community Stories

Brushing alone isn’t enough to protect your gums. Gum disease often starts between the teeth — areas a toothbrush can’t reach. Learn why flossing plays a critical role in preventing inflammation, bleeding gums, and long-term tooth loss.

New research has revealed that the same bacteria responsible for gum disease can travel through the bloodstream and reach the brain. In this article, we explore how oral pathogens like Porphyromonas gingivalis move beyond the mouth, contribute to inflammation, and may influence long-term brain health. Understanding these hidden pathways helps highlight why managing gum disease is essential not just for oral health, but for whole-body wellbeing.

Bleeding gums may allow oral bacteria to enter your bloodstream and activate chronic inflammation. Discover how gum health affects your heart, immune system and overall wellbeing.

Tooth decay is quietly becoming one of Queensland’s biggest childhood health issues — but it doesn’t have to be. Discover how early dental visits, the CDBS, and Greenbank Family Dental’s Captain Clean Tooth™ program are changing smiles and confidence for life.

At Greenbank Family Dental, we’ve seen little faces light up when they realise the dentist’s chair isn’t scary at all — it’s a place for learning, laughing, and looking after their smile.

Do you feel a sharp sting when sipping cold water, enjoying ice cream, or even brushing your teeth? You’re not alone. Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common dental concerns, and while it can be frustrating, it’s also a signal worth paying attention to.

Fast relief for tooth pain, broken teeth, or dental emergencies in Toothache, broken teeth, or sudden accidents don’t wait. That’s why Greenbank Family Dental offers emergency dental appointments — often on the same day. Our team provides gentle care and fast relief whenever possible, helping you get back to comfort quickly.

Discover how one visit can change everything — and why so many patients at Greenbank Family Dental say they’ve finally found a dentist who listens, calms, and truly cares. “I haven't been to a dentist for 20 years because of my absolute fear of dentists, until yesterday. I was in so much pain…” – Alisha S. , Greenbank Family Dental patient 🌩️ When Pain Strikes, We Seek Shelter Dental pain is often like a storm: sudden, intense, and impossible to ignore.It pulls us out of wor

Did you know that over 19,000 Queenslanders are hospitalised every year due to dental problems that could have been avoided? That’s thousands of people ending up in emergency departments for issues like: Severe tooth decay Advanced gum disease Abscesses and infections Tooth or jaw pain that’s escalated over time And here’s the tough part: most of these admissions could have been prevented through regular check-ups, early intervention, and basic oral hygiene ha

When you brush your teeth and see a little blood in the sink, it might not seem like a big deal. But that minor bleeding could be your body’s way of sounding an alarm—and it’s one you shouldn’t ignore.

When most people think about heart disease, they think about cholesterol or blood pressure. But few realise that bleeding gums could be a sign that your heart is at risk. At Greenbank Family Dental, we’re passionate about helping our community understand the whole-body importance of oral health—because what starts in the mouth doesn’t always stay there.

Periodontal disease begins when plaque and bacteria build up around the gumline. If left untreated, this triggers inflammation, leading to loss of gum tissue, bone, and even teeth. But what happens in the mouth doesn’t always stay in the mouth.

Did you know that March 20th isn’t just another day on the calendar? It’s World Oral Health Day (WOHD)—a global movement to highlight the crucial role oral health plays in our overall well-being. At Greenbank Family Dental (GFD), we’re not just about fixing teeth; we’re about empowering our community with knowledge, care, and confidence. Because when it comes to your health, your smile is just the beginning.

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Bupa dental practices have observed a 36% increase in fillings in just the first half of 2024. Particularly alarming is the surge among younger age groups, with fillings increasing by 40% in children aged 0 to 9 and 46% in adolescents aged 10 to 19. So, what is causing this sharp rise, and what can parents do to protect their children's oral health? Let's explore the key factors contributing to this issue and actionable steps to combat it.