Rockingham Dental News

Dear Patients and the Rockingham Community Over the last few days Australia has implemented a nationwide lockdown in many/most industries.  The Australian Dental Association (ADA) has now advised ALL dental practices to immediately restrict dental procedures. All non-emergency appointments will have to be put on hold with immediate effect until we get further updates. We ... Read more

Download this Letter as a PDF 19th March 2020 Dear Patient, I hope this finds you well. Last week, the coronavirus (Covid-19) situation was upgraded to a pandemic. While the word “pandemic” sounds scary, we wanted to reassure you: The definition of a pandemic is “a disease epidemic that has spread over a large region”. ... Read more

Rockingham Dental Centre’s Dr Gerard Parkinson recently received a letter of recognition from the Dental Board of Australia WA committees. This board has significant input into dentistry in WA, overseeing the procedures and practices and the regulation of the profession. This recognition underscores Dr Gerard’s contribution to Dentistry in WA. Dr Gerard was already a ... Read more

Let’s face it: we all want to keep our teeth shiny and white and have that perfect smile. However, there are foods and drinks we consume daily that can discolour teeth. Before you find out what stains your teeth the most, let’s discuss tooth discolouration. Tooth Discolouration Tooth discolouration is a common problem and can ... Read more

Strengthening Your Teeth It is essential to pay attention to the foods you consume to maintain strong, healthy teeth. Candy, soda, and coffee all contribute to tooth decay, and you should avoid them if possible. Instead, ingest nutritionally rich foods that will improve your diet, as well as the health of your teeth. Foods Which ... Read more

Bad Breath is Bad Bad breath, or halitosis, is a dental condition that can have several adverse effects. If you suffer from bad breath, it can affect your self-confidence as well as your personal and professional relationships. There are many products like chewing gum, mouthwashes, and mints available to alleviate bad breath. However, these products ... Read more