K&R Dental

16/10/2026

🦷 Beyond the Teeth | 20+ Years in Dentistry. Still Learning.

After more than 20 years in dentistry, one thing I’ve learnt is that there’s always more to discover.

I’m continuing my professional development with IAADent, focusing on Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD/TMJ) and Dental Sleep Medicine.

Jaw pain, headaches and sleep-related concerns can sometimes be connected. Understanding these relationships is an important part of looking at the bigger picture.

Because dentistry is about more than just teeth. 💙

Always learning. For better patient care.

Dr Jai Rawal
Owner & Principal Dentist | K&R Dental
Albury-Wodonga

14/10/2026

Almost everyone brushes their teeth at least twice a day, and almost everyone assumes they are doing it correctly. But brushing thoroughly is not just about how often you do it or even how long you spend.

08/10/2026

Mouth Breathing or Snoring? Here’s What to Do Next! 💤 | Part 3

Have you noticed mouth breathing, snoring or changes in tongue posture in yourself or your child?

These signs may warrant further assessment, but they don’t automatically mean someone has sleep apnoea.

At K&R Dental, we believe in looking beyond the teeth to consider breathing, oral function, tongue posture and jaw development.

Depending on the findings, treatment may involve:

🩺 Medical or ENT assessment

😴 CPAP or oral sleep appliances where appropriate

🦷 Dental or orthodontic management

👅 Myofunctional therapy as an adjunct to selected treatments

The goal isn’t simply to treat a symptom — it’s to understand what’s causing it.

This is Part 3 and the final video in our educational series on breathing, tongue posture and oral health.

📍 K&R Dental — Lavington, Albury

👨‍⚕️ Dr Jai Rawal

📞 (02) 6025 2222

🌐 www.kandrdental.com.au

Educational information only. Individual assessment is required. Myofunctional therapy is supportive care and is not a replacement for established sleep apnoea treatment.

06/10/2026

WHAT CLUES DO WE LOOK FOR?
Breathing, Sleep & Oral Function | Part 2

Sometimes the clues extend beyond the teeth.

Mouth breathing, low tongue posture, snoring and restless sleep are some of the signs that may prompt us to look more closely at breathing, sleep and oral function.

In children, we may also consider oral habits and how the jaws and face are developing.

Importantly, these are CLUES — not a diagnosis.

If sleep-disordered breathing or sleep apnoea is suspected, appropriate further assessment and sleep investigation may be needed.

At K&R Dental, we look beyond the teeth — at breathing, sleep and oral function.

📍 K&R Dental — Lavington
📞 (02) 6025 2222

04/10/2026

👅 Where does your tongue sit when you sleep?

It sounds like a small detail, but tongue posture, lip seal, swallowing and nasal-breathing habits are all part of oral function.

Myofunctional therapy uses targeted exercises to work on these patterns and may be used as part of multidisciplinary management for selected patients with sleep-disordered breathing.

It doesn’t replace CPAP, an oral appliance or appropriate medical care. If sleep apnoea is suspected, appropriate assessment and sleep investigation are important.

💬 Want Part 2? Comment “SLEEP” and we’ll show you some of the signs we look for.

📍 K&R Dental, Lavington
📞 02 6025 2222

03/10/2026

POV: The K&R Dental team does First Aid & CPR training… 😂❤️

CPR, bandages, emergency skills — and somehow matching injuries too. 🩹😂

A fun day, but an important reason behind it: keeping our team trained and prepared.

01/10/2026

HAVEN’T BEEN TO THE DENTIST IN A WHILE? 🦷

You’re not alone. Work, family, anxiety or simply putting yourself last can turn a few months into a few years.

When you visit K&R Dental, here’s what you can expect:

💙 No judgement
💬 Clear, personalised advice
🌱 A gentle fresh start

We’ll listen to what has kept you away, assess your dental health and explain everything clearly. You can ask questions, understand your options and decide what feels right for you.

Whenever you’re ready, we’re ready to welcome you.

📍 K&R Dental
330 Griffith Road, Lavington NSW 2641
📞 02 6025 2222
🌐 Request an appointment: kandrdental.com.au/contact-us/

Our experienced, gentle dental team offers a spectrum of services to suit your family's needs. Contact us today to book your appointment! We have free parking available on-site and accept health funds. Payment plans can be arranged.

01/10/2026

🪴 Dental implants? Yes.
🌱 Plants? Apparently also yes. 😂

Just another day with the team at K&R Dental.

Great work, girls — keeping both our patients AND the plants well looked after! 😄🦷🌿

📍 K&R Dental
330 Griffith Road, Lavington NSW 2641
📞 02 6025 2222

DentistLife

01/10/2026

Tom’s Essendon dream team! ❤️🖤🏉

A little AI creativity, a lot of footy spirit! Tom’s support worker, Naomi, created this fun image with an imaginary Essendon cheer squad joining him in the dental chair. 😊

Thanks for sharing it with us, Naomi—we hope Tom loves seeing his dream team here!

Created using AI. The footballers are fictional characters, not real players. No club affiliation or endorsement is implied.

24/09/2026

😎 Apparently, being a dentist can be cool too.

A little behind-the-scenes moment with Dr Jai Rawal at K&R Dental.

For us, dentistry isn’t just about teeth. It’s about helping you feel comfortable, explaining what’s happening and making your visit as relaxed as possible.

And if we can have a little fun along the way… even better. 😄🦷

📍 K&R Dental
330 Griffith Road, Lavington NSW 2641
📞 02 6025 2222

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