{"id":390,"date":"2019-03-01T12:26:01","date_gmt":"2019-03-01T12:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.walkerstondental.com.au\/blog\/?p=390"},"modified":"2019-03-13T12:26:31","modified_gmt":"2019-03-13T12:26:31","slug":"visiting-the-dentists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walkerstondental.com.au\/blog\/visiting-the-dentists\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting the dentists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Playing football, cooking dinner or walking the dog. There are many activities you\u2019d rather do than go to visit the dentist. It\u2019s probably not your favourite way to spend your time. However, taking the time to sit in the dentist chair and get your teeth and gums checked is well worth it. The dentist can spot potential problems early and work with you to arrange any treatment you\u2019re likely to need.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-391\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walkerstondental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/visiting-dentist.png\" alt=\"Dentist in Mackay\" width=\"325\" height=\"217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walkerstondental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/visiting-dentist.png 325w, https:\/\/www.walkerstondental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/visiting-dentist-50x33.png 50w, https:\/\/www.walkerstondental.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/visiting-dentist-200x134.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\" \/>About us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Walkerston Dental in Mackay<\/strong> is a family-owned dental practice with a friendly and professional team providing quality treatments using up-to-date equipment and tools. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walkerstondental.com.au\/\">dentist in Mackay<\/a> is part of GP Superclinic, Queensland and is taking on new patients for registration. The team is pleased to assist its patients in helping ensure their teeth and gums are as healthy as they can be.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What if I need treatment?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At our <strong>dentist in Mackay<\/strong>, we\u2019ll talk with you about the general health of your teeth and if there\u2019s anything that needs to be treated. We understand that you may feel worried about this and it\u2019s in our interest to reassure you. Getting treatment can stop a problem in its tracks and helps maintain your oral health. At Walkerston Dental in Walkerston, we can provide patients with a competent level of care and a personalised service.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is brushing my teeth enough?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Brushing your teeth 2-3 times a day is crucial to keeping your teeth clean after eating and drinking. There are other things you can do on top of brushing. Patients can use a mouthwash for extra cleaning. Sometimes food can get stuck between the teeth. Using a floss or interdental brushes to clean between the teeth is also a recommendation to ensure that food stuck between the teeth is removed. At our <strong>dentist in Mackay<\/strong>, our dentists can advise you on how to look after your teeth. We can also tell you about foods to include and exclude from your diet to help your teeth and gums.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Need more information?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to know more about our <strong>dentist in Mackay<\/strong>, please give us a call or pay us a visit. We\u2019d like to hear from you and are always happy to answer your questions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Playing football, cooking dinner or walking the dog. There are many activities you\u2019d rather do than go to visit the dentist. 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