For communication and advice to
patients, we publish a range of
information and topics that are
regularly updated. This information
may assist with specific care
following a procedure, a broader
background on a particular topic,
oral education, bulletin updates
and more. Please scan our topics
and select.
Blackburn
Dental Group - Our Services,
Dentists & Environment
About the practice and the
environment.
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to download
April
2010
Authority
transfer of patient records
1 page sheet authorising
transfer of dental records
to Blackburn Dental Group.
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to download
April
2010
Patient
History Sheet
This 2 page history sheet
is required to be completed
for new patients to the
surgery. Please print off
and complete prior to your
first appointment.
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to download
April
2010
Dental
Hygiene Information Sheet
We outline the role of our
dental hygienists and the
preventative approach to
oral health, that will help
you maintain your teeth
for life.
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to download
April 2010
Patient
Newsletter
Update on the year at Blackburn
Dental for 2009, including
environmental and legislative
issues, staff news and community
help locally and internationally.
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to download
Dec
2009
Patient
Newsletter
News of our busy 2008 year
with completion of our renovated
premises, staff news and
Christmas-NY surgery hours.
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to download
Sept
2008
Patient
Newsletter
Update on the year at Blackburn
Dental for 2007; including
news on renovations, re-launch
of website, Christmas-New
Year Hours, our staff news
and more.
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to download
Acid
Wear is an increasingly
common condition affecting
the teeth of many patients,
but particularly teenagers
and young adults. It is
caused primarily but acidic
drinks and foods and can
quickly cause considerable
tooth damage.
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for more info
December
2009
Endodontic
treatment (root canal therapy)
is the process which enables
the retention of many teeth
with damaged nerves.
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for further detailed information
Healthy
Snacks for Healthy Teeth
Blackburn Dental Group's
guide for parents to help
make healthy snack choices
for their children.
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to download
April 2010
Gum Disease…..what
does this mean?
Gum disease is one of the
most common diseases known
to man, affecting over 90%
of the population. Read
about the stages of gum
disease and treatments.
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to download
April 2010
What
is Cerec?
Cerec is a computer-aided
method for creating tooth
coloured ceramic restorations
in a single visit.
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to download
April
2010
Digital
X-Rays
At Blackburn Dental Group
we have invested in many
new technologies in order
to provide a better, safer
and easier dental service.
Digital radiographs (x-rays)
are one of these technologies.
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to download
April 2010
Vital Bleaching
How tooth whitening works,
what can be achieved, what
are your options and what
are the risk and side affects.
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to download
April 2010
Wisdom
Teeth
An explanation of problems
and procedures associated
with wisdom teeth.
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to download
Care of
mouth after extractions
Advice on care of the mouth
and recovery from an extraction
including fluid and food
intake, pain management,
what to expect.
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to download
April 2010
What to
do if a tooth is knocked
out
Procedures for when a natural
tooth has been knocked out,
particularly with regard
to children. (With acknowledgement
to the International Assoc.
of Dental Traumatology)
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to download
April 2010
Mouthguard
Care
Practical advice about the
care and use of a custom
fitted mouthguard
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to download
April 2010
Post
Implant Surgery
Advice and care during recovery
from dental implant surgery.
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to download
April
2010
After Hours:
Emergency Hospital Contact
Details
The Royal Dental Hospital
of Melbourne
720 Swanston Street, Carlton
Vic 3053
Tel: 03 9341 1000
Weekend and public holidays
hours:
9am till 9.15pm
Dentists:Dr
Anthony D. Robertson B.D.Sc.,L.D.S.; Dr
Jennifer L. Levecke B.D.Sc.; Dr William
Levecke B.D.Sc.; Dr Wynne Yip B.D.Sc.
