Many Kiwis have enjoyed Matt Groening's "The Simpsons" over it's 30-odd years of air time. Fortunately, the cartoon is rife with hidden bits of wisdom that can pertain to our real lives...
Latest News
6 symptoms of gum disease to look out for
Could you be experiencing gum disease? Take a look at these symptoms to determine if you should be concerned about the health of...
Read More
Are dental fillings really toxic?
The EU is banning the use of dental amalgam on children and pregnant women, begging the question - are fillings as toxic as some...
Read More
Helping older people maintain their oral health
As we get older, the risk of oral issues becomes higher. If you're a carer for the elderly, find out how you can help with their...
Read More
The many risks to NZ university students’ teeth
There's no denying that university is an expensive time for many young New Zealand adults. What with tuition fees, rent and other...
Read More
The relationship between motherhood and teeth
With the help of City Dentists, discover the link between motherhood and our teeth, and why you should thank your mother for your...
Read More
Wisdom teeth through the ages
Wisdom teeth are the cause of a lot of pain for many Kiwis in their late teens or early twenties. They serve no necessary function to modern humans, so why do we have them? Read on to find...
The link between sleep apnoea and your teeth
If you're waking up with a dry mouth, a sore jaw and excessive daytime tiredness, you could be suffering from obtrusive sleep apnoea. This condition can have major impacts on your daily...
Everything you need to know about plaque
We all know roughly why we brush our teeth every day: to prevent tooth decay and buildup of this thing called "plaque". But what exactly is plaque and how do you know you have it? Here, we...
How to take care of your kids’ teeth during...
Easter is fast-approaching and there's more chocolate than ever lining the aisles of our supermarkets. With so many sweets around, how can parents ensure that their children aren't damaging...
Just how bad is your favourite breakfast?
Could you be consuming the majority of your recommended daily sugar intake in the first meal of the day? From chocolate puffed rice to fruit-filled muesli, the selection of cereals loaded...