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Ashmore Dental Ashmore dental is a family oriented dental practice in the heart of Ashmore, Gold Coast.

Our goal has always been to offer exceptional oral care and services to the greater community. We ensure this by investing in highly trained and gentle dentists, offering a wide selection of treatment options and solutions and maintaining a friendly and well-trained staff. All of our dentists are graduates of the University of Queensland and members of the Australian Dental Association (ADA). They come highly trained and keep on top of all new developments in the dental industry in order to provide the best possible care. As we mentioned earlier, we aim to provide high quality dental treatment that targets each individual patient’s needs and desires. We recognise that no two people are alike and hence your dental requirements will differ. So come in and visit our friendly staff at Ashmore Dental, and let us create the smile you have always dreamed of.

Noticed your teeth looking flatter and shorter than they used to and figured that's just what happens with age? It's act...
14/10/2026

Noticed your teeth looking flatter and shorter than they used to and figured that's just what happens with age? It's actually something that can be restored — and it's never too late to fix. 🤔

Worn teeth are usually the result of years of grinding, clenching, acid erosion, or simply the natural wear and tear that builds up over time. It happens so gradually that most people don't even notice it's occurring, until one day they look in the mirror and realise their teeth look shorter, flatter, or less defined than they remember.

The good news is that this kind of wear doesn't have to be permanent. Depending on how much has been lost, treatment can range from simple bonding to rebuild the edges of your teeth, to veneers or crowns that restore both shape and length. Addressing the underlying cause, like a night guard for grinding, also helps protect the results so the wear doesn't just come back.

Whatever's been lost over the years, it's never too late to restore it — and a proper assessment is the first step to finding out exactly what will work for you. 😊

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Chewing ice might seem harmless — but what it's actually doing to your teeth is worth knowing about. 🧊It's one of those ...
30/09/2026

Chewing ice might seem harmless — but what it's actually doing to your teeth is worth knowing about. 🧊

It's one of those habits that feels satisfying in the moment but causes a type of damage that accumulates quietly over time. The combination of extreme hardness and temperature change that comes with chewing ice creates micro-fractures in your enamel — tiny cracks that weaken the tooth structure from the inside out, making your teeth significantly more susceptible to sensitivity, chipping, and cracking under everyday pressure.

The problem is that micro-fractures aren't always visible and don't always cause immediate pain — so the damage can build up over months and years before it becomes obvious. And once enamel is cracked or chipped, the tooth becomes far more vulnerable to decay, fracture, and in some cases the kind of structural damage that requires a crown or more involved restoration to fix.

If chewing ice is a habit you've had for a while, it's worth mentioning at your next visit so we can check for any early signs of enamel damage before it progresses further. 😊

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Did you know that by the time a dental problem causes pain, it's usually already well advanced? 🤔It's one of the most im...
23/09/2026

Did you know that by the time a dental problem causes pain, it's usually already well advanced? 🤔

It's one of the most important things to understand about your oral health — and one that changes the way you think about regular check-ups entirely. Decay, gum disease, bone loss, cysts, and even oral cancer all have one thing in common: they develop slowly and silently, often over months or years, without producing any pain or obvious symptoms until they've already progressed into something significantly more complex to treat.

Pain is not a reliable indicator of a problem-free mouth. It's actually one of the last signals your body sends — and by the time it arrives, the window for simple, affordable treatment has often already closed.

This is exactly why waiting until something hurts before seeing a dentist is one of the most costly approaches you can take to your oral health — both financially and in terms of the treatment complexity involved. Regular check-ups exist precisely to catch what you can't feel yet. 😊

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Had a bad experience at the dentist before and convinced yourself it'll always be that way? It doesn't have to be — and ...
16/09/2026

Had a bad experience at the dentist before and convinced yourself it'll always be that way? It doesn't have to be — and it's never too late to try again with the right team. 🤔

The truth is, not every dental practice is the same — and the difference between a team that rushes through appointments and one that genuinely takes the time to understand your anxiety is something you can feel from the very first visit. A bad past experience is one of the most common reasons people avoid the dentist for years, and we completely understand why.

Signs that you've found the right team include feeling heard before treatment even begins, never being rushed or dismissed for how you feel, being given full control to stop at any time, and leaving an appointment feeling better about the next one than you did walking in. In many cases, that first step back through the door is the hardest part — and everything gets easier from there.

It's never too late to build a relationship with a dental team you actually trust. And your long-term oral health is worth finding one that makes that possible. 😊

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08/09/2026

Meet Dr Joel Burgess. In this chat, Joel shares how nearly a decade in dentistry — across public hospitals, private practice and his role as a clinical supervisor at Griffith University — shaped the way he cares for his patients today.

As always, we advise all patients seek a consultation for personalised advice around any treatments at Ashmore Dental.

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Ever wondered why tongue cleaning deserves a place in your daily oral hygiene routine? 🤔Most people focus entirely on th...
26/08/2026

Ever wondered why tongue cleaning deserves a place in your daily oral hygiene routine? 🤔

Most people focus entirely on their teeth and gums — but the tongue is actually the most bacteria-dense surface in your entire mouth, and one of the most commonly overlooked. Throughout the day, bacteria, dead cells, and food debris accumulate on the tongue's surface, contributing to bad breath, affecting your sense of taste, and reintroducing bacteria back onto your freshly cleaned teeth with every swallow.

The truth is, brushing and flossing alone leaves a significant source of oral bacteria completely unaddressed. Adding tongue cleaning to your morning routine — whether with a dedicated tongue scraper or the back of your toothbrush — takes less than thirty seconds and makes a noticeable difference to how fresh your mouth feels and how clean it actually is throughout the day.

It's one of the simplest upgrades you can make to your oral hygiene routine — and once you start, you won't want to stop. 😊

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Did you know your dentist may be able to help you get a better night's sleep? 🤔Most people don't connect their sleep qua...
19/08/2026

Did you know your dentist may be able to help you get a better night's sleep? 🤔

Most people don't connect their sleep quality to their oral health — but the two are more closely linked than you might think. Snoring, obstructive sleep apnoea, teeth grinding, and jaw clenching are all conditions that affect the quality of your sleep night after night, and all of them have dental solutions that can make a significant difference.

Custom-fitted oral appliances can help keep the airway open during sleep, reducing snoring and mild to moderate sleep apnoea without the need for a CPAP machine. And for patients who grind or clench at night, a nightguard not only protects your teeth from damage — it can also relieve the jaw tension and headaches that disrupt sleep and leave you waking up feeling less rested than you should.

If you've been struggling with poor sleep, waking up with jaw soreness or headaches, or been told you snore — it's worth raising it at your next dental visit. The solution might be simpler than you expect. 😊

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Ever wondered how long a filling is actually supposed to last — and whether yours might be due for a replacement? 🤔The t...
12/08/2026

Ever wondered how long a filling is actually supposed to last — and whether yours might be due for a replacement? 🤔

The truth is, fillings don't last forever — and an old or worn filling can cause a lot more damage than most people realise. As fillings age, they can crack, shrink, or pull away from the tooth surface, creating tiny gaps where bacteria can sneak in and decay can develop underneath — completely hidden from view until it's already progressed significantly.

Signs that a filling may need replacing include sensitivity that wasn't there before, a change in how your bite feels, visible cracks or discolouration around the filling, or simply a filling that's been in place for many years without being assessed. In many cases, there are no obvious symptoms at all — which is exactly why regular check-ups matter.

Replacing a worn filling before it fails is almost always simpler, quicker, and less costly than treating the decay or damage that results from leaving it too long. It's never too late to replace what's worn out. 😊

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05/08/2026

Dr Joy Lee shares what she finds most rewarding about being a dentist.

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The best way to deal with a cavity is to never get one in the first place. 🦷Fissure sealants are one of the most effecti...
29/07/2026

The best way to deal with a cavity is to never get one in the first place. 🦷

Fissure sealants are one of the most effective and underrated preventative treatments in dentistry — and most people have never even heard of them. The chewing surfaces of back teeth are covered in tiny grooves and fissures that are almost impossible to clean thoroughly with a toothbrush alone. Bacteria and food particles settle into these grooves and decay begins — often long before it becomes visible or painful.

A fissure sealant is a thin, protective coating applied directly to those surfaces, sealing out bacteria and creating a smooth surface that's far easier to keep clean. The procedure is quick, completely painless, and requires no drilling or anaesthetic — making it one of the simplest investments you can make in your long-term oral health.

Particularly beneficial for children and teenagers, but valuable for adults too. It's prevention at its most effective. 😊

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Suite 1, 115 Currumburra Road Ashmore
Gold Coast, QLD
4214

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Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm

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