The NobleDentist Blog

This is an article by Jackie Sinnerton that appeared recently in The Sunday Mail.

TEENS are putting their teeth and health at risk by trialling dangerous DIY teeth-whitening techniques found on the internet.

The growing number of young people especially early teens who have just had braces removed seeking the ultimate smile on the cheap is worrying health professionals.

Two 14-year-old north Brisbane schoolgirls admitted to The Sunday Mail that they had tried the online recipes but weren’t very happy with the results.

“It tasted disgusting and made me want to gag,” one of the girls said. “I prefer to buy the over-the-counter mouthguard whiteners that you get at the shops. They are expensive but everyone uses them, even the boys.”

Australian Dental Association Queensland branch president Dr Brad Wright said: “Sodium bicarbonate and hydrogen peroxide are often the ingredients in these mix-it-yourself remedies. Baking powder has been used for years in teeth cleaning because of the lightly abrasive effect and oxygenation but in the hands of children these substances can be dangerous.

“Children who are mixing up quantities of chemicals and applying them for long periods are at risk of eroding tooth enamel, damaging gums and increasing risks of infection.

“Ironically the erosion may expose the yellow-coloured dentin that lies beneath the enamel.

“Sensitive dentine can become exposed and gums can become infected. Bacteria from infected gums can enter the bloodstream. Stomach problems may also occur if any bleaching agent is swallowed.”

Teeth whitening came under scrutiny last week when a routine teeth-whitening procedure at an Adelaide beauty salon left a woman bruised, blistered and unable to brush her teeth for a month.

The case prompted warnings from dental authorities about untrained retailers offering cheap procedures to lure customers.

This is a note to let dentists who have submitted an application to become a participating dentist (i.e. provider) know that we are currently working through a backlog of applications. NobleDentist has received over 1000 applications in the last 12 months. Note, if the application has not been completed correctly and completely then there may be a delay before you receive a response. Also, a waiting list has been created for successful applications in areas where a participating dental practice is already situated – these applications may be approved if appointment times become difficult to arrange at existing participating dental practices and/or the existing participating dental practice does not possess particular technical expertise such as wisdom teeth extractions, root canal treatment, dental implants etc. We look forward to addressing all participating dentist applications. The Provider Team will be in contact shortly.

This is a notice to let members know that we have recently launched your very own Member Area.

This will allow you to do the following:

1. Update your details such as email, postal address and phone number.

2. View your membership type, join date and expiry date.

3. View your current credit card details and update your credit card details.

4. Choose to Auto-Renew and save 25% off membership when renewing.

5. Peruse and print your membership receipt and temporary membership card.

6. Peruse all emails we have sent you including your Member Login: Email & Password.

7. Change your password.

If you would like to visit the Member Area, simply click on Member Area.

Dr Terence Chiu of Total Care Dental Studio has become a participating dentist.

Dr Terence Chiu is located at Shop 11, 917 Kingston Road, Waterford West, Queensland.

Members wanting to make an appointment can simply click on Dentist Waterford West for contact details.

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Dr Terence Chiu and the team look forward to assisting members of NobleDentist.

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