Children’s Oral Health

Children’s oral health is so important, and it is down to parents, grandparents and family members to ensure that we give them the best start on a lifetime of quality oral health. From the very young through to teens encouraging a routine of good practice in their oral health is so important so pl...

Background In 2009 YWAM Medical Ships Australia & Papua New Guinea (YWAM MSA) first started to engage in Papua New Guinea (PNG), though YWAM first began to have a presence through land-based teams back in 1969. Before YWAM MSA’s operations began, YWAM MSA’s senior leadership team met with t...

Children suffering serious tooth decay – recent Queensland health report It doesn’t have to be like this – Queensland Health has just released a report with a very worrying rising statistic. Children’s dental health is suffering serious tooth decay – in the report a study was conducted w...

Smile with confidence to match a perfect day Your smile is one of your most instantly noticeable features, which is why so many people choose to enhance their smile with one of our cosmetic dentistry treatments. At 1300SMILES dentists you can choose from our range of cosmetic dental treatments d...

How you can save on your dental At 1300SMILES dentists we appreciate and understand that everyone would love to save money on their dental. Well, we’ve got a few ways you can achieve this, so, we thought we’d let you know. Save on Kids Dental Did you know that if you qualify for the Child Den...

A simple and practical guide by 1300SMILES dentists At 1300SMILES dentists we always want to make sure that whatever happens to your oral health we have it covered. So, what should you do if you encounter tooth trauma such as toothache or a chipped tooth? We have some simple solutions below to help...

Seniors Oral Health Seniors oral Health: Did you know that the health of your mouth has a significant impact on the health of your body? This makes good daily oral hygiene critical as we grow older. Here are a few key reasons why: Gum disease, an active bacterial infection in your mouth (a...

So you’re expecting a baby? Congratulations! Pregnancy & oral health, in the midst of all the things you need to think about, worrying about seeing your dentist may not be very high on the list. But your dental health has a big impact on your overall health which in turn has a major influenc...

Back to basics with Flossing Why is flossing important? Here’s something you may not know - nearly half the surface area of your teeth lies between them. And no, we’re not telling you this so you can ace the next dental trivia contest you attend. Why that particular information is important...

Brushing If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give much thought about your oral health and how you brush your teeth, beyond squirting on some toothpaste and scrubbing back and forth. But as your dentist will tell you, how you brush your teeth matters a great deal, with how often you ...

Major dental supplier, Henry Schein Halas, was awarded with the Australian Dental Industry Association Partnership Award last month, in recognition of their support of YWAM Medical Ships work in rural areas of Papua New Guinea (PNG). The award recognises success in building cooperative partnershi...

Did you know, the National Child Oral Health Study shows dental decay is the most prevalent oral disease in Australian children? Australian dentists are having to extract multiple teeth from children as young as two years old. Here’s a few more figures collected during the study of our nation’s ...

A delegation from the National University Hospital of Singapore (NUHS) visited the YWAM Medical Ship in Papua New Guinea. The purpose of the visit was to explore the possibility of deploying surgical teams to serve aboard the MV YWAM PNG....

We have some very exciting news to share with you! YWAM Medical Ships has just acquired another ship for Papua New Guinea, the MV l’Astrolabe. The 65 metre vessel has been serving in Antarctica as a scientific research vessel for the last number of years, and will soon be re-purposed as a me...

We have opened doors and seen our first patient in our new practice (we presented Sandra with flowers as our first patient), still lots of things going on in the background to be completed but the place looks amazing.  So fresh and modern, lots of enquiries already from the centre patrons and many ...

By Dr Mohammed Yusuf B.O.H, Dip of Dentistry Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is the subjective feeling of dryness in the mouth. It affects approximately 10% of the general population and is more common in older people. There are many causes of dry mouth, including: certain medication...

By Dr Bindu Kayala B.D.S. Halitosis, oral malodour or bad breath is a common complaint in adults, although few mention it. Halitosis is most commonly caused by: Poor oral hygiene, Ill-fitting dentures, Smoking and alcohol, Dry mouth, Oral infections, Food items such as garl...

By Dr Alastair McGregor B.D.S. Short term orthodontics with Quick Straight Teeth is a new concept that I use now to address the adults of the community who have some part of their smile with which they are unhappy. Rather than tamper with adjacent teeth to correct the situation with crowns, br...

By Dr Dinesh Gunasinghe B.D.S. A cosmetic smile makeover is the art of designing a new enhanced and aesthetically improved smile. Smile makeovers use a combination of porcelain veneers, composite veneers, crowns, teeth alignment, teeth whitening, dental implants or bridges and teeth whitening. ...

By Dr Jannen Tan B.D.Sc (Hons) (Melb) The consequences of tooth loss “Just rip ‘em out doc!” a heartbreaking phrase we Dentists hear all too frequently. Ever wondered why it saddens us so much to have to pull a tooth out? Or why we try everything we can to persuade you to keep your teeth? Th...

By Dr. Ali Mohammadi B.D.S. Most people have experienced or at least witnessed someone experiencing severe dental pain that cannot be easily settled sometimes even with pain killers. There are two probable sources for this pain: dental pulp or periodontium (dental supporting structures that keep ...

New YWAM Patrol Tender proudly sponsored by 1300SMILES (Oct’16 onwards) – with more than double the previous Zodiac carrying capacity, this new Tender allows healthcare volunteers access to more remote villages, islands & areas where the mother-ship cannot access due to depth & manoeuvra...

Do you want a whiter, brighter smile before your formal event? 10 Teeth Whitening Questions Answered with Dr Maddison 1.  Why should I get my teeth whitened? If you want a beautiful bright smile for a special upcoming event such as your formal, birthday or job interview, professional tooth whit...

Periodontal Disease or Gum Disease is a common condition affecting about 47% of the population and has been present for millennia. Early humans also suffered from this debilitating condition. There are usually no symptoms like pain despite the fact that the bone and ligaments holding teeth are sl...