Studies conducted over the past few years show the close links between oral health and your immune system. We now know that when people neglect their oral health, it can detrimentally affect their immune system, increasing the risk of serious health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, dementia and respiratory [...]
This recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious. Ingredients Bread 12g instant yeast 180ml full cream milk 400g plain flour 50g brown sugar 2 eggs 60ml melted butter Salt Apple and Cinnamon Filling 2tbsp cinnamon 1 large apple 20g room temperature butter 1tbsp brown sugar Glaze 1tbsp milk [...]
If you are pregnant, congratulations! You are probably doing everything possible to maintain good general health, but have you thought about your oral health? In fact, changes during pregnancy can affect your dental health. Ensuring you look after your teeth and gums at this critical time will protect you [...]
We know mums try hard to look after their kids’ teeth, creating healthy little smiles, but sometimes even kids can get bad breath. Usually, the problem is only temporary and can be traced back to a meal containing onions or garlic. Brushing their teeth will freshen their breath temporarily, [...]
Here at Citra Dental, we love educating our patients and thought you’d enjoy these fun yet informative facts about your teeth. Your teeth are covered with tooth enamel which is the hardest substance in your body. Even before you are born, your baby teeth are forming in the womb, [...]
Sweetened with honey, these muffins don’t contain any butter, and the Greek yogurt keeps them super moist. These muffins are great served warm but taste even better the next day. Ingredients 3 bananas 1/2 cup zero-fat Greek yogurt 11/2cups whole wheat pastry flour 1/4cup of honey 1 egg 1tbsp [...]
At this time of year, chocolate is everywhere, and you’re bound to want to indulge at least a little! Here’s how you can still enjoy some chocolate without damaging your pearly whites. Don’t Ditch Your Regular Oral Care Routine The long weekend is a busy time, but make sure [...]
Easter is a great time to get crafty with your kids, so why not choose one or two projects that will help spark their imagination? Make Paper Flowers Take some cupcake liners and fold them in half to cut out pretty petal shapes and put several together to make [...]
We are so lucky to live right near the Dandenong Ranges and which is one of the top tourist attractions in the area. If you haven’t been to SkyHigh for a while, it is worth a visit over the Easter holidays. They have a whole host of free activities [...]
With just a single pan and only a few steps, this delicious recipe is perfect for busy mid-week suppers. Ingredients 8 bone-in chicken thighs (choose skinless if you prefer) 900g Bintje or other yellow-fleshed potatoes, halved or quartered ½ cup olive oil 1tbsp fresh chopped thyme 1tbsp fresh chopped [...]
Regular visitors to our practice will know we have two male and two female dentists, all of whom provide the high-quality and compassionate care Citra Dental Group is renowned for. Seeing a female dentist isn’t unusual these days, and in many parts of the world female dentists are starting [...]
Have you ever seen pictures of people living in remote parts of the world and who have the most beautiful straight teeth yet don’t have access to dental care or even toothpaste and toothbrushes? Perhaps you have wondered what their secret is? It is undoubtedly something dentists have pondered [...]
