Southern Downs Dental

29/05/2025

SDD will be closed on Friday 30th May for staff training. We apologise for any inconvenience.

01/03/2025

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Emerging research suggests that Alzheimer’s disease may be linked to an unexpected culprit — gum disease.

A study discovered the presence of Porphyromonas gingivalis, a bacteria responsible for chronic periodontitis, in the brains of deceased Alzheimer’s patients.

Researchers found that when mice were infected with the bacteria, it colonized their brains and triggered the production of amyloid beta, a protein commonly associated with Alzheimer’s. This evidence strengthens the hypothesis that the disease could have infectious origins rather than being solely a neurodegenerative disorder.

The study also revealed that toxic enzymes from the bacteria were present in individuals who had Alzheimer's-related brain changes but had not yet been diagnosed with dementia, suggesting the infection may begin years before symptoms appear.

This discovery opens the door to new potential treatments. A pharmaceutical company, Cortexyme, developed a compound called COR388, which showed promise in reducing both bacterial infection and amyloid beta accumulation in animal trials. While human trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness, the study underscores the importance of oral hygiene in brain health. Scientists remain cautiously optimistic, emphasizing that with no new dementia treatments in over 15 years, investigating all possible causes is crucial. While more research is needed, the link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s highlights a simple yet vital message: taking care of your teeth might help protect your brain in the long run.

Learn more: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.aau3333

25/02/2025

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Do you go on an adventure when brushing your teeth? 🧗

If walking around the house helps you to brush for two minutes, go for it! Just make sure you don't get too distracted and forget to brush properly.

Here's some tips:
🦷 Brush your teeth at least twice a day, in the morning and just before bed.
🦷 Use a soft bristled toothbrush with a small head, and a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.
🦷 Tilt your toothbrush to a 45-degree angle so you brush your gums as well.
🦷 Brush gently in circles and make sure you brush every surface of your teeth.
🦷 Remember to spit, not rinse your mouth after brushing. Rinsing will wash away the protective benefits of fluoride.

ℹ️ Source: Healthdirect.

30/10/2024

We're Hiring!!!
The Friendly and supportive team at Southern Downs Dental are looking for an awesome new team member. We are offering a full-time position for a dental assistant. Hours rostered between 8am-5.30pm Monday to Friday for a total of 38-hour week.
Competitive Remuneration based on age and experience.
While we would welcome applicants with experience, this is not necessary as on-the-job training will be offered with an opportunity to complete a Cert Ill in Dental assisting. The position is predominantly chair-side, assisting our practitioners, however you will also learn instrument reprocessing and reception tasks.
The successful applicant will have exceptional interpersonal skills, work well in a team environment and be willing to learn and take instruction.
Please post resumes with cover letters to:
The Practice Manager
P.O. Box 109
Warwick QLD 4370
Or email to [email protected]
Alternatively you can drop them to our reception team at 49B
Wood Street, Warwick.

29/03/2024

01/11/2023

Creepy as it gets!! 🪥🦷👹

Nothing sent shivers down our spines quite like this on Halloween 🎃 🕸️

16/09/2023

Best of Luck 🍀 to the U15 WHA team for the State Championships this week. 🎉🥳

30/10/2022

It’s Halloween 🎃 Don’t forget to brush those fangs 🦷🪥