The toothpaste market is not as clean as you might think.
3 Jul 2012 |
We've looked at 17 toothpastes, and spoken to dental experts to find out if there's any truth to the marketing claims.
Flossing your teeth regularly is an important step in maintaining good oral health.
2 Jul 2012 |
Philips have introduced the Sonicare AirFloss, designed to make flossing easier.
We look at the pros and cons of DIY kits, kiosk and professional dental whitening services.
20 May 2012 |
With the boom in shopping centre kiosks and beauty salons offering teeth whitening services, we examine the potential risks and benefits.
It’s not just sugary foods and drinks that are bad for your teeth, other nasties contribute to dental decay.
21 Jun 2010 |
CHOICE tested 85 foods and drinks readily available in supermarkets and found that many promoted as healthy snacks are some of the worst offenders.
An electric toothbrush can be a good option for a sometimes tedious chore.
15 Jan 2010 |
It’s been some time since CHOICE trialled electric toothbrushes, so we decided to find out what’s changed on the market. We conducted a user trial of nine new models with a broad range of prices and features.
Our investigation highlights the diagnostic minefield the average dental patient faces and the pluses of dental tourism.
23 Nov 2009 |
Our undercover "patient" visited 14 Sydney dentists. Their wildly different verdicts on her teeth expose flaws in our dental system.
Read the fine print, and you’ll find some "natural" toothpastes may not be as pure as you think.
1 Aug 2009 |
Many of the so-called “natural” brands aren’t so different from conventional toothpaste, yet they’re often far more expensive.
Something's rotten in the state of Australia's health - our teeth.
12 Jun 2007 |
Many people are avoiding preventative care and early treatment because they can’t afford dental care, resulting in more serious oral and general health problems — with more extreme treatment and higher costs later on.
Hoping for a DIY Hollywood smile? You might be disappointed.
1 Jan 2005 |
Before you buy any whitening product, we’d recommend talking to your dentist about the particular type of stain that affects your teeth, to avoid wasting money.