RDI News & Dentistry in Focus Articles

COVID-19 Update We’re open and again able to take appointments for all your dental care needs. We want to assure you that our priority remains the safety and wellbeing of people – our patients, our people and the community. In line with this commitment, we’re continuing a number of safety measures to help minimise any risk of COVID-19...

Our latest “Dentistry in Focus Article” from April 2017 is by Dr Vanam and concerns Snoring and your health. This is the first part in series by Dr Vanam. Snoring and your health by Dr Kaushik Vanam  While filling out your medical history form, you are asked the question “Do you or your partner snore?” Have you ever wondered why, or ...

Our latest “Dentistry in Focus Article” from February 2017 is by Dr Wilkie and concerns Dental Trauma. Dental Trauma Questions by Dr Belinda Wilkie What is dental trauma? Dental trauma can range from a simple bump of the tooth, broken tooth or even result in the tooth being knocked out of the mouth. It is important to remember that t...

Our latest “Dentistry in Focus Article” from January 2017 is by our Oral Health Therapist & Hygienist Glenys Shelton and concerns how poor oral health can cause other health problems. What is this stuff on the back of my teeth and why are they becoming loose? by OHT/H Glenys Shelton. Bacteria, mucus and other particles in mouth form p...

Our latest “Dentistry in Focus Article” from November 2016 is by Dr Wilkie and concerns Dental Erosion. Dental Erosion by Dr Belinda Wilkie Erosion is a result of acids dissolving the tooth surface. When acids contact teeth directly they lower the pH of the mouth causing the enamel (outer tooth surface) to dissolve overtime reveali...

Pregnancy and Dental Health by Dr Amanda Leske (formerly Hales) Did you know that four staff members staff members at Robertson Dental Innovations currently(at time of posting) pregnant? So this seemed like a good time to discuss some important information regarding pregnancy and dental treatment. Before getting pregnant The best way to avoid dental treatmen...

Dental Care and Diabetes by Dental Oral Health Therapist & Hygienist Glenys Shelton Diabetes is an endocrine disorder where enough insulin is either not produced or not utilized well by the body. There are 3 types of diabetes; Type 1, type 2 and gestational; Type 1 has an early onset and severe symptoms while type 2 is mostly lifestyle related and has m...

Dental Care to Patients with Autism by by Dental Oral Health Therapist & Hygienist Glenys Shelton Autism is seen across all racial, ethnic and social groups often more common in males. Approximately 1 in 150 individuals are diagnosed with autism and more than 24,000 children diagnosed each year. Symptoms range from very mild to very severe. These disorde...

Nitrous Oxide Explained by Dr. Joanna Reece Our Dentistry in Focus Article for September 2014 is on Nitrous Oxide and is by Dr. Joanna Reece. Nitrous Oxide is available at our Dental Innovations on Condon practice and is adimistrated by Dr. Reece in the Purple Surgery. What is Nitrous Oxide Sedation? Nitrous Oxide (N2O) sedation is a form of sedation where t...

Facts & Myths about Tooth Decay, Fluoride and X-Rays from Dr. Leske In the dental field there are a lot of common myths that circulate. Dr. Amanda Leske explains about some common dental facts and fictions in this Dentistry in Focus Article for August 2014. FACT:- Tooth decay is the most common health problem in Australia. Unfortunately dental care is ...

What does my qualification mean?-With Glenys Shelton This months Dentistry in Focus Article (for July 2014) is written by our Dental Oral Health Therapist and Hygienist Glenys Shelton and answer one the most common questions asked of her, what does her qualification/title actually mean? Most people have never heard of this title. I would like to clarify just...

Dental Crowns -with Dr. Vanam Our June 2014 Dentistry in Focus Article is written by Dr. Kaushik Vanam and focuses on dental crowns. This article aims to provide an overview of dental crowns including when are they used and the steps involved in crown treatment. Why do we need Crowns/when do we need Crowns Dental crowns are used for a variety of reasons, the...

Diabetes and Oral Health Our April 2014 Dentistry in Focus Article is about diabetes and dentistry and is written by Dental Oral Health Therapist & Hygienist Glenys Shelton. Diabetes & Dentistry General Information Diabetes is an endocrine disorder where enough insulin is either not produced or not utilized well by the body. There are 3 types of dia...

How to have a good dental experience – some advice from Dr Amanda Leske (formerly Hales) Dr. Amanda Leske(Hales) provides her second contribution to Robertson Dental Innovations Dentistry in Focus articles. In this article Dr. Amanda Leske(Hales) deals with some common concerns about visiting the dentist, particularly for younger patients. Going to the...

Periodontitis – Causes and risk factors with Dr. Kaushik Vanam Our first Dentistry in Focus article for the new year is about Periodontitis (commonly known as gum disease) and is written by Dr. Kaushik Vanam. Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that result in major damage to the gums surrounding the teeth and bone tha...

Dental Care for Older Australians Our second Dentistry in Focus article (from October 2013) focuses on some basic dental issues frequently faced by older Australians and is written by our Dental Oral Health Therapist and Hygienist Glenys Shelton. Older Australians, 6 common dental problems and solutions Advances in dental care mean that older Australians are...

Children’s Dentistry FAQs with Dr Leske Our first Dentistry in Focus article (from September 2013) focuses on some basic frequently asked questions about children’s dentistry and is written by Dr. Leske. Happy Teeth = Happy Kids Good oral health is essential for your child’s general health, eating, speech, apperance and self-esteem. Here are so...