Dear Valued Patients,
We are still open but only for Emergency Dental Treatment.
We are following guidelines from the Australian Dental Association
to defer all routine scale & clean and non urgent appointments until further notice.
.The safety of our patients and staff and community are our absolute priority.
As you are aware, the COVID-19 situation in Australia is rapidly changing. This is an unprecedented situation and it is important that we all play an active role in protecting ourselves, our families and the community. At Capstone Dental, we prioritise the health, well being and safety of all our patients and staff. As a valued patient, we would like to keep you up to date on the protocols and precautions we’re taking at our dental clinic to address the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation at our dental clinic in Seven Hills, Sydney.
Read MoreDental Tips for this Christmas Holiday Season! You just bit into the pork crackling over Christmas lunch with your friends and family and you heard a crack! That didn’t sound right. Did you just crack your tooth? Do I need an emergency appointment? Or, you’ve got your extended family over and you’re watching the Christmas classics like Home Alone, Love Actually or The Grinch! And mid way through eating your pop corn, you noticed something that isn’t an unpopped popcorn kernel, one of your teeth feel chipped and broken. Accidents happen! But here at Capstone Dental, our dentists want to give you some good tips on looking after your teeth this Christmas Holiday season!
Read MoreHow do I save money with my teeth and dentist? That’s one of many questions, Dr Ken covered in his interview with Mitch and Steve on The Community Show.
On November 16 of this year, Dr Ken Chan went out to Blacktown Showground to chat with Mitch and Steve at the radio station SWR Triple 9 FM about dentistry and oral hygiene. SWR Triple 9 FM is a popular local radio station in Western Sydney.
SWR Triple 9 broadcasts Loud, Live and Local 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Read MoreDoes your mouth feel dry? Do your lips and tongue feel cracked?
Dry mouth is a common problem which affects 10 per cent of the general population and 25 per cent of older people. Dry mouth is usually a symptom of an underlying issue such as side effects from medications, medical treatment, salivary gland issues, or diet and lifestyle problems. If dry mouth is left untreated, it can eventually lead to tooth decay, tooth loss, and oral infections inside the mouth. Treatment and management of dry mouth can include adjusting medications, hydrating regularly with water, or improving your oral hygiene
Read MoreIt has been a question that I get asked time and time again by many friends, family and patients - what are dental x-rays used for and do I really need to take them? In short, dental x-rays are part of a routine dental examination and check up and they help look in the areas of the mouth that the naked eye does not see. Without dental x-rays, dentists cannot give a definitive diagnosis of their patient’s dental health. In this article, we will discuss questions such as: What are dental x-rays? What do dental x-rays show? What are the different types of dental x-rays? Are dental x-rays safe for children? Are dental x-rays dangerous and are there side effects?
Read MoreWhich toothbrush do dentists recommend? What’s the best toothbrush to use? What’s the best toothbrush for braces? What’s the best toothbrush for kids? Are electric toothbrushes better than manual toothbrushes? What is a Systema toothbrush? What size toothbrush should I buy? The Systema Toothbrush range was created with a focus on gum care being the foundation of good oral health.
Read MoreIt’s one of the most dreaded dental procedures that a lot of our patients hate. But its important to know that if done properly and well, its no more difficult or painful than any other dental procedure. Lots of patients ask what is root canal treatment?, Why do I need root canal treatment?, How do I know if I need root canal treatment? What do you do during root canal treatment? And lots more.
Read MoreHappy Birthday to Capstone Dental. The journey of Capstone Dentals first year as a local business in the heart of Seven Hills, Blacktown, Baulkham Hills, Toongabbie, Bella Vista, Prospect, Kings Langley, Lalor Park, Girraween in Western Sydney. Thank you to all our patients, family members and friends for your love and support!
Read MoreWhen does my baby start to teethe? What can I do to help with my baby’s teething? Are the baby teeth important even though they fall out? Can I leave the baby to fall out by themselves? Should I take the baby teeth out? Why are the adult teeth yellow compared to the baby teeth? How do I care for my baby’s teeth? Many adults and parents don’t think the baby teeth are important but in fact they play a vital role in helping your child talk, eat, smile and develop their jaw.
In this article Dr Kenneth Chan will provide a comprehensive guide to baby teeth and explain the important factors when it comes to baby teeth.
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between dental plaque and tartar? A lot of people think they are the same thing, but there are very important differences that we’ll explain in this article that will help to distinguish the two and why regular daily oral hygiene and dental visits are so important to have good oral health. Come visit your local Blacktown dentist in Seven Hills!
Read MoreBleeding gums are a very common problem and research shows that it affects up to 1 in 5 Australians. Bleeding gums can affect people of all ages. It can be due to simple plaque build up, or pregnancy, or medications and it can be as serious as severe gum disease (periodontitis). In this article, you will find out why it occurs and what can be done to prevent it
Read MoreTop 6 Tips on Oral Health For Busy Mums This Mother's Day. At Capstone Dental, we understand that many mothers perform the loving and sacrificial act of prioritising their children’s health and well being above their own. And we have much respect for that kinda of love for their family. Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so this blog is dedicated towards mothers as we aim to provide some oral health tips for our busy mothers!
Read MoreANZAC Day is a national day of remembrance and commemoration. This solemn day remembers all Australians who have served and died in war and on operational service. The 25th marks the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) 1915 landing at Gallipoli in World War I. The spirit of ANZAC, with its qualities of courage, mateship and sacrifice, continues to have meaning and relevance to our sense of national identity.
Read MoreNewsflash! We’re a Finalist in the Blacktown Local Business Awards for the New Business category! 😊
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Special mention to ALL our staff and patients. Thank you for your support!
If your health is one of the most important things in your life, then you should know that your dental health is a vital component to good health. So fighting gingivitis should be very important to you. Gingivitis can lead to far more serious oral health conditions.
Read MoreAsk the dentist. All you need to know about teeth whitening. Are you looking for modern and gentle dentist who will look after you and your family? Then welcome to Capstone Dental - we are within minutes from Toongabbie, Prospect, Blacktown, Lalor Park, Baulkham Hills, Girraween, Kings Langley, Bella Vista
Read MoreGet your child’s teeth ready for a healthy start to 2019. Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule
Prevention is better than cure. Eligible children aged 2-17 years old can benefit from $1000 of basic dental services. Visit: health.gov.au/cdbs for more information
We are excited to announce that we have a new dentist joining our team at Capstone Dental and she is also a local to Seven Hills! Please meet our new Associate Dentist - Dr Aarushi Gumber!
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