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Fluoride: do we still need it?
Read more: Fluoride: do we still need it?Author: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board Chair A useful way to think about fluoride isn’t to start with chemistry, but with a simpler question: How are we going with tooth decay rates in Australia? If tooth decay was no longer a problem, the fluoride conversation would look very different. But the data tells us…
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Why we can’t always clean our way to good oral health
Read more: Why we can’t always clean our way to good oral healthAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board Chair If you grew up believing that tooth troubles were a sign you didn’t brush well enough, or didn’t care enough, you’re not alone. Many people feel embarrassed or even ashamed about their oral health, even when they’re doing everything “right”. In Australia, we have been pretty good…
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Top tips for looking after your mouth this summer
Read more: Top tips for looking after your mouth this summerAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board Chair Summer is a time where we hopefully enjoy some slower days, salty swims, picnics, and long road trips. But it can be a surprisingly rough season for your oral health. Hot weather, holiday snacking, sugary drinks, extra alcohol and stress all change what’s happening inside your mouth.…
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Beyond the before-and-after: Making sense of veneers
Read more: Beyond the before-and-after: Making sense of veneersAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board Chair Marketing for cosmetic veneers is everywhere. Our social media feeds are full of glossy before-and-after shots, fast transformations, and “perfect” smiles. But what doesn’t get as much airtime is some stuff that really matters when you’re making a big decision about your mouth. This includes the risks,…
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Why Australia needs strong, independent preventive health agencies
Read more: Why Australia needs strong, independent preventive health agenciesAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board ChairThis article was originally published in Croakey Health Media on 11 December 2025 When you work on the frontline of healthcare, you see very quickly where health systems are failing people. You see what happens when we wait until crisis hits. You see what happens when prevention is…
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The truth about fillings: a job description
Read more: The truth about fillings: a job descriptionAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board Chair Fillings are one of the most common treatments in dentistry, but they’re also one of the most misunderstood. They don’t cure decay, they don’t address the underlying disease processes, and they definitely don’t replace the magic of enamel. So, to help explain their real role and why…
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It’s time to rethink oral health in Australia
Read more: It’s time to rethink oral health in AustraliaAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board ChairThis article was originally published in the Public Health Association of Australia’s blog, Intouch. For most of my 30 years in dentistry, I’ve spent my time helping people one mouth at a time. I’ve been a clinician, a researcher, an academic, and a dentist in metropolitan areas and…
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Why your child’s baby teeth might turn red
Read more: Why your child’s baby teeth might turn redAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board Chair If you’ve ever noticed your child’s wobbly baby tooth starting to look a bit red, don’t be alarmed! It can be a bit confronting to see colour changes in a tooth, especially when it looks like something’s bleeding inside. But it’s usually nothing to worry about. In…
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Introducing our Strategic Plan 2025-28
Read more: Introducing our Strategic Plan 2025-28Author: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board ChairWe are proud to launch our first Strategic Plan, setting a clear direction for how we will drive change in preventive oral health over the next three years. The plan outlines our vision for a future where all Australians enjoy good oral health and the many benefits it…
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Why a black spot on your tooth might not be bad news
Read more: Why a black spot on your tooth might not be bad newsAuthor: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board Chair Most of us see a black or brown mark on a tooth and instantly think, “Decay!”. And you may well be right. The thought of decay can be scary because once it gets going it inevitably progresses – right? Well, the science is a whole lot more…
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Why am I grinding my teeth, and what can I do about it?
Read more: Why am I grinding my teeth, and what can I do about it?Author: Dr Alexandra Jones, Co-Founder and Board ChairTeeth grinding and clenching, what clinicians call bruxism, affects lots of people. It can show up during the day (hello, clenched jaw over emails) or at night while you’re asleep. The signs might be familiar to you: a tired or sore jaw in the morning, headaches around the…
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Submission on the National Oral Health Plan 2025-34
Read more: Submission on the National Oral Health Plan 2025-34Author: Joanna Le, Co-Founder At Friends of Really Excellent Dentistry (FRED), we believe prevention is one of the best ways to improve the oral health of all Australians. We are an organisation that is focused on prevention across the lifespan, evidence, equity in health outcomes and using digital technology to improve health outcomes. That’s why…