Fermented Foods and Beverages Video

At Woollahra Dental we would like to share a video with the transcript about fermented foods and beverages.

TRANSCRIPT: FERMENTED FOODS AND BEVERAGES VIDEO
By Sarah Pope (Sarah Pope is a local chapter leader in Florida. She also blogs as The Healthy Home Economist)

Prior to the Industrial Revolution, home preservation of vegetables and fruits was accomplished without the aid of canning, refrigeration or freezing.

Even milk was not typically consumed in a fresh state and was usually eaten as yogurt [picture of bowl of yogurt] and cheese [picture of cheese] or clabbered and then separated into curds and whey [picture of jar of whey next to a bowl of cream cheese].

The traditional method for preservation of milk, vegetables, and meat involves a process called lacto-fermentation. In the fermentation of raw milk, beneficial lactic acid-producing bacteria naturally present in the milk initiate the digestion or breaking down of milk sugar, known as lactose, and milk proteins like casein.

When enough lactic acid is produced by these friendly bacteria and fermentation is complete, milk is protected from spoilage for several days, weeks or even years as is the case with aged cheeses [picture of cheddar cheese].

Meat can be preserved by lacto-fermentation as well. Hard, aged sausages, such as traditionally prepared salami, are lacto-fermented foods.

The process of lacto-fermentation works in a similar manner with plant foods, transforming cabbage into sauerkraut [picture of sauerkraut] and cucumbers into pickles [picture of pickles]. While not traditionally lacto-fermented, fruit can also be transformed into chutneys and marmalades using the same process [picture of apricot butter].

Lactic acid preserves food by inhibiting putrefying bacteria. This organic acid is produced by a beneficial bacterium present on the surface of all plants and animals – even our own skin! Traditional cuisines from around the world prized lactofermented foods and beverages for their medicinal properties as well as delicious taste. Most traditional cuisines included at least one fermented food or beverage with every meal, which worked to improve digestion and nutrient absorption [show me pouring a glass of kombucha into a glass].

Regular consumption of traditionally fermented foods and drinks promotes the growth of healthy flora and overall balance in the intestines. A 1999 study published in the Lancet found that consumption of lacto-fermented vegetables in children was associated with low rates of asthma, skin problems and auto immune disorders in general.

Lacto-fermented foods are rich in enzymes as well as beneficial bacteria. Think of lactofermented foods as “super-raw” foods; the enzymes in lacto-fermented foods more than compensate for the enzymes lost in the foods that are cooked.

Whey and Cream Cheese

When embarking upon the adventure of lactofermentation in your own kitchen, the dish to try first is liquid whey and cream cheese.

Liquid whey serves as an inoculant and so is of critical value in fermenting vegetables, fruit chutneys and beverages; having some on hand is of primarily importance when incorporating these traditional methods into your routine.

[Begin Demonstration] Whey must be homemade and can be easily made by straining the clear liquid from plain yogurt, kefir, or clabbered raw milk through a dishtowel into a bowl. Powdered whey from the store cannot be used as a substitute as whey is very fragile and its qualities are ruined when it is dried or powdered.
Once separated liquid whey can be stored in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to six months [End Demonstration].

The cream cheese will last up to one month in the refrigerator and can be used in recipes such as cheese cake or even blended with fruit and a bit of maple syrup for an enzyme-rich, probiotic-rich spread for sourdough bread or properly prepared muffins. [show me stirring in some maple syrup with cream cheese in a bowl]!

Once you’ve got a jar of liquid whey in your refrigerator, the sky is the limit with regard to how far your fermenting creativity can take you.

One dish to try that is sure to please is lacto-fermented salsa.

Salsa is a popular food that is a crowd pleasing condiment when pared with Mexican foods or healthy chips and crackers.

Lacto-Fermented Salsa

4 medium tomatoes, peeled seeded and diced (dip tomatoes in pan of boiling filtered water for 5 sec each – skin peels right off)
2 small onions, finely chopped
¾ cup chopped chile pepper, hot or mild
6-8 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped (optional)
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
2 lemons, juiced
1 TBL sea salt
4 TBL whey
¼ cup filtered water
To make, simply mix all ingredients together in a bowl and then place in a quart or half gallon sized wide mouth mason jar [list each ingredient with voice over of actual preparation takes place] . Press down gently with an appropriate instrument so liquid covers the vegetables.

Leave at least 1 inch at the top. Cover tightly and leave at room temperature for 2 days and then refrigerate. Salsa will last a month or two when made in this traditional manner. Another popular fermented food is sauerkraut. You can find a video on how to make this traditional dish on my blog.

Fermented Beverages

Delicious lactic acid-containing beverages can also be fermented in your own kitchen using liquid whey as the starter.

Fermented beverages were considered superior to plain water for quenching thirst by traditional cultures and modern research has demonstrated the wisdom of including them in the diet.

Natural fermented drinks contain large quantities of electrolytes in easily absorbable ionized form, beneficial bacteria, beneficial acids and enzymes that help digestion, and small amounts of sugars, which cut thirst quickly and replenish lost minerals in a hurry.

Lacto-Fermented Ginger Ale

A wonderful first drink to ferment in your home is old fashioned ginger ale.

¾ cup organic ginger, peeled and finely chopped or grated
½ cup fresh lime juice
¼-1/2 cup sucanat
2 tsp sea salt
¼ cup liquid whey
2 quarts filtered water
Mix all ingredients in a 2 quart glass jug [list ingredients with voice over while demonstrating the process]. Stir and over tightly. Leave at room temperature for 2-3 days. Chill and store in the refrigerator. Serve mixed with carbonated water to delight your family as a very healthy alternative to store bought sodas. It is also most refreshing after hot and sunny work outside.

I hope this video inspires you to make some liquid whey and embark on your personal lacto fermentation adventure right away.

Visit our practice and see Dr. Anthony Ancell to find out more www.woollahradental.com

Source: Weston A Price 

When should I start taking my child to the dentist?

Many parents just don't bother, according to a new survey. Are they in danger of ruining their kids' teeth?

It's important to get kids used to visiting the dentist.

A trip to the dentist or an outing to the park? For children the choice is obvious. But for many parents, a visit to the dentist is not high on their to-do list. A recent survey by Mintel of nearly 500 parents of children under 12 years old found that nearly half did not regularly take their children to the dentist. Only one in five thought their children needed to see a dentist once they had developed baby teeth, and only 63% of mothers and 50% of fathers ensured their children brush their teeth every day. No wonder that 30% of children in the UK have had tooth decay by the age of five. So how often do you need to take your child to the dentist?

 Photograph: Alamy Luisa Dillner

The solution
Children need to see a dentist once they have milk teeth. The dentist will then suggest follow-ups – usually between three months and a year. If you wait until your child is about to go to school you should expect your dentist to look askance – NHS guidelines say that, at the very least, children should have at least one visit to the dentist before the age of two.

This is not only for children to get used to the whole dental-surgery experience but also because preventive treatments for decay are now available, such as painting teeth with fluoride varnish to strengthen enamel. Dentists can also give advice on brushing and diet.
Children should start brushing with soft-bristle brushes using fluoride toothpaste (1,000 parts per million to start with – check the packet) as soon as they have milk teeth. Parents must do it for the first few years (sitting your child on your lap and brushing from behind is good for toddlers) and should then supervise until the age of seven.

Brushing should be done for two minutes in the morning and evening and children should be shown how to brush (a circular action that starts and finishes in the same place on each tooth) by looking in the mirror, and be taught to spit rather than rinse as this retains the benefits of fluoride. As important as brushing is, sugary drinks are also to be avoided. Dilute fruit juice and limit fizzy drinks with artificial sweeteners as they are both acidic and destroy enamel. Using a straw diverts drinks to the back of the mouth and may protect teeth. Eating any foods that contain sugar, not just sweets, will also cause tooth decay so try to get your children into healthy eating habits.

And if this all sounds like a bit of a hassle, as anyone who has witnessed his or her toddler having a filling will tell you, it's not.
Source: The Guardian Magazine (Australia – 2014)

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Gum Disease Don’t ignore bleeding gums

At Woollahra Dental Practice, we are celebrating with the ADA the Dental Health Week 2016. This year the focus is on Women and Oral Health. The following information can be found on the ADA website and it is about Gum Disease treatment and prevention.

Bleeding is usually a sign that something untoward has happened to your body, yet many people think that it’s perfectly normal for their gums to bleed when they brush or floss. 

But, of course, it's not; bleeding gums are a sign that your gums are inflamed due to disease-causing bacteria.

Ignoring bleeding which results from brushing and flossing means you stand a real risk of developing a serious form of gum disease. The causes of gum disease In addition to plaque, which is largely responsible for the development of gum disease, the health of your gums can also be affected by:
• Smoking and tobacco use
• Genetic predisposition
• Systemic diseases like diabetes and arthritis
• Stress and poor nutrition
• Hormonal fluctuations such as those experienced during puberty, pregnancy, menstruation and menopause

Know your enemy There are two main stages of gum disease:

1. Gingivitis This early form of gum disease occurs when dental plaque, the bacterial film that covers the surfaces of your mouth, builds up on your teeth, particularly where the gum and tooth meet. When this happens, your gums may appear red, swollen and feel extra sensitive, and bleed easily. Fortunately, gingivitis doesn’t lead to loss of the bone and tissue that hold your teeth in place and can be reversed with twice daily brushing and flossing, as well as regular professional cleaning by your dentist or dental hygienist.

2. Periodontitis Ignoring the bleeding caused by gingivitis could lead to a more serious form of gum disease called periodontitis. The reason this disease is so serious is that it causes your gums to pull away from your teeth, forming spaces (known as “pockets”) that can easily become infected. Naturally your body’s immune system fights the infection, but this response and the bacterial toxins generated by the infection combine to create a toxic brew that breaks down the bone and tissue that hold your teeth in place and, in severe cases, can lead to their removal. While periodontitis can be managed effectively (particularly if caught early), it can cause considerable damage and treating it will require your dentist’s ongoing assistance. Your dentist may also decide to refer you to a gum specialist (Periodontist), who specialises in diseases of this nature.

Signs of gum disease The first thing you will notice is bleeding. But don’t wait until your gums start causing you pain – go to your dentist to have them checked. Other telltale signs your gums are in trouble are:

• Red, swollen and tender gums
• Visible tartar deposits between the teeth and gums
• Bad breath • Gums that have pulled away from the teeth, exposing the roots
• Pus from the gums • Permanent teeth that are loose or shifting away from each other
• Changes in the way your teeth come together when you bite or in the fit of your dentures and bridges.

Keeping gum disease at bay You have a range of options to prevent gum disease.

First and foremost, you should maintain a consistent routine of brushing and flossing and regularly see your dentist or hygienist for a professional clean, which removes tartar (calculus or hardened plaque) from hard-to- reach areas which can be susceptible to developing gum disease.

At Woollahra Dental Practice we can also perform regular examinations of your gums for any signs of gum disease.

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Orofacial pain solutions at Woollahra Dental

The treatment of chronic pain of the head and neck is a difficult diagnostic puzzle. In an acute injury, the pain is at the site of origin, in a chronic condition however, the brain and body have instigated a variety of compensatory mechanisms that may drastically alter the degree and location of symptoms.

Diagnostic postural balance tests are used to prioritise treatment and identify the origin of the presenting systems, which may involve: muscle pain of the head, neck or back; dizziness or vertigo; migraine; pain in the arms, hands or shoulders; sleep deprivation; swallowing difficulty; and many other symptoms. Treatment involves jaw joint stabilisation using removable pivots or splints and mandibular postural appliances to correct any structural injuries. Referral to other medical and allied health practitioners is required if systems persist for treatment of biochemical, physiological, hormonal or respiratory disorders.

Following jaw joint stabilisation, pain relief and a full range of jaw movements, restorative dentistry is undertaken (if required). This involves protecting compromised heavily restored teeth, improving aesthetics, reconstructing the correct intermeshing of teeth using restorative techniques (crown, bridges, implants or only) orthodontics, orthognathic surgery or cosmetic dentistry.

At Woollahra Dental we have a team of experts in Orthopostural Dentistry who can help you address and find effective solutions for pain. Contact us on 02 9363 5690 or send us an email

When baby teeth come in and fall out

An interesting article by Colgate talks about the first baby tooth to fall out.

It says that it is a milestone that's just as important as the first tooth to come in. Knowing which baby teeth fall out first can help you and your child prepare for this memorable event.

Order of Tooth Loss

According to BabyCenter, a baby's teeth will typically fall out in the same order they arrived. That means the front teeth will probably be the first to go, typically followed by the next two either side, and so on. These baby teeth will fall out between the ages of six and twelve years. The pattern can be more easily seen in an eruption chart, such as this one from the American Dental Association's Mouth Healthy site.

That adorable baby smile, with two white nubs poking out of the top gum, will soon be replaced with a gap-toothed grin, clearing the way for the eventual arrival of adult teeth. Up until the age of 12 or 13, your child will have both permanent and baby teeth, leading to the typical mismatched smile of this age.

Helping Your Child Cope With Tooth Loss

Losing a tooth can be both exciting and scary for your child. However he feels, be sure to answer any questions he has, and follow his lead on how big a deal to make about it. Some kids prefer not to make a fuss about that first loose tooth. Others might like to celebrate the impending event and look forward to a visit from the tooth fairy. Still others may need some reassurance.

Whatever approach you take to your child's first tooth loss, don't ever interfere with its progress. According to the Center for Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, you shouldn't force a tooth out. They will fall out when they are ready too. However, if your child is experiencing extreme discomfort, bleeding or premature breakage, see your pediatric dentist as soon as possible.

Keeping Baby Teeth Healthy

Losing baby teeth from decay or damage might not seem like a big deal, but premature tooth loss can have serious side effects in the long term. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, tooth decay in babies can lead to infections in the sinuses, the ears or even the brain. Other examples of problems include the following:

• Damage to permanent teeth

• Difficulty eating

• Difficulty learning to talk

Regular oral hygiene is just as important for your child as it is for you. Developing good habits early will make it more likely that your kids are able to take care of their permanent teeth when they get older. My First Colgate™ products are specially formulated for their needs and will help them take on responsibility for their own oral hygiene.

Losing a first tooth is a big deal for your child. No matter which baby teeth fall out first, make the process fun and easy, and keep those teeth healthy by establishing good hygiene habits early.

Diet and Nutrition

Everything you eat and drink can have a major effect on the health of your teeth and gums, particularly whether you develop tooth decay, a diet related disease which is caused when the sugars in the food and drinks you eat are taken up by bacteria; these in turn produce the acids that can attack the outer layer of tooth enamel.

To ensure that your diet doesn't negatively affect your teeth, there's a few key things to keep in mind:

Drink lots of water 

It’s calorie free, there are no ingredient labels to stress over, and it’s almost free! Even better, tap water in most areas of Australia contains fluoride, one of the easiest and most beneficial ways to help prevent tooth decay. If you choose water over anything else, and regularly sip it throughout the day, you're going a long way to making real difference to the health of your teeth.

Limit snacking between meals 

A key component in helping to prevent decay is saliva which helps your teeth recover from these attacks by neutralising the acids. Its good work, however, can be undone if you snack frequently between meals, which means your teeth don't get a break from the acid attacks that occur when you eat.  Also, limit sugary treats to meal times, rather than between meals.

Watch what you eat 

It is not just the obvious sweet foods and drinks such as lollies and soft drinks that can cause decay. Frequent snacking on foods with hidden sugars like biscuits, crackers, cereals, chips and even dried fruit (these foods break down into sugars in the mouth) can cause acid attacks on your tooth enamel.

Gum anyone? 

Chewing sugar-free gum (and that’s the crucial qualifier, it must be sugar-free!) may not be the first thing that springs to mind when you’re thinking about good dietary habits that benefit your teeth. But studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes after eating can prompt your mouth to produce more saliva, which helps neutralise decay-causing acid attacks.

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source: https://www.ada.org.au/Dental-Health-Week/Home

Flossing

It's Dental Health Week 2017 and at Woollahra Dental we are making it a Dental Health Month!

If you’re relying solely on brushing to keep your teeth clean, you’re missing nearly half the surface area of your teeth which, not surprisingly, lies between them. For that reason alone,  flossing should be an essential part of your oral care routine and never an optional extra.

By using floss to remove the plaque from between your teeth, you’re helping to prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and halitosis (otherwise known as “bad breath”), a considerable amount of upside for just a couple of minutes effort each day.

A part of your routine
It’s always best to floss when you’re not in a rush or when you’re too tired to do it well. If you find you're exhausted at the end of the day, then it's a good idea to floss first thing in the morning or after lunch. Alternatively, if you like to go to bed with a clean mouth then floss before your nightly brush. If you have kids, they should begin flossing, with your help up until about age 8, as soon as they have two teeth in contact.

How to floss
Your dentist is the most qualified person to instruct you on flossing correctly but there are some basic tips you can follow:

Tip 1. Wind approximately 45 cm of floss around your middle fingers and grip it tightly between your thumbs and index fingers.

Tip 2. Keeping the thumb and forefingers close together, gently guide the floss between the teeth, taking care not to cut or damage your gums with abrupt movement. You should use a side-to-side motion to ensure the sides of both teeth are cleaned equally.

Tip 3. To clean the “neck” of the tooth, which is the point where it meets the gums, curl the floss and insert it gently under the gum.

If sticking your fingers into your mouth with a cord of thin filaments strung between them isn’t your idea of fun, then consider using either a less invasive floss threader (a nylon loop through which you thread the floss) or floss pick (the floss is held taut between two prongs on a handle) to do the job.

 And finally, your dentist might also recommend using other items such as bottle brush-shaped interdental cleaners, if you have large gaps between your teeth, or interdental tips (flexible rubber tips) and irrigators (electrically-powered water-pumping devices) to compliment your flossing regimen.

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source: https://www.ada.org.au/Dental-Health-Week/Home

HOW TO EAT RIGHT FOR YOUR BODY TYPE - What is somatotype?

Find more about Dr. Anthony Ancell and Orthopostural Dentistry.

Many people think that “body type” just describes the way someone looks. In fact, your body type can also provide information about how you respond to food intake and about your hormonal and sympathetic nervous system (SNS) characteristics.

Physique characteristics can thus be linked to metabolic differences between individuals. Once someone establishes their body type, they can then adjust nutrient intake to maximize body composition and health related goals.

There are three general categories of body types (somatotypes): ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph.

Very few people fall perfectly into one of the three categories. People are often a mix of characteristics. Additionally, years of training and good nutrition can change the outward appearance of one’s body.

For instance, a bodybuilder might be mistaken for a “natural” mesomorph when in fact, s/he is really an endomorph who’s trained and dieted hard; or an ectomorph who’s spent years guzzling protein shakes and doing the power lifts.

An ectomorph who’s gained a little weight around the middle from a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition might assume they’re more endomorphic.

However, most people can find their general tendencies in one of the three groups.There are 3 different body types, but most of us are a combination of these three
.

ECTOMORPH

An ectomorph is a typical skinny guy. Ecto’s have a light build with small joints and lean muscle. Usually ectomorph’s have long thin limbs with stringy muscles. Shoulders tend to be thin with little width.

TYPICAL TRAITS OF AN ECTOMORPH:

Small “delicate” frame and bone structure
Classic “hardgainer”
Flat chest
Small shoulders
Thin
Lean muscle mass
Finds it hard to gain weight
Fast metabolism

Ectomorphs find it very hard to gain weight. They have a fast metabolism which burns up calories very quickly. Ecto’s need a huge amount of calories in order to gain weight. Workouts should be short and intense focusing on big muscle groups. Supplements are definitely recommended. Ectomorphs should eat before bed to prevent muscle catabolism during the night. Generally, ectomorphs can lose fat very easily which makes cutting back to lean muscle easier for them. Cardio is and absolute no no! Keep trainings under 45 min, max 4 days a week.

MESOMORPH

A mesomorph has a large bone structure, large muscles and a naturally athletic physique. Mesomorphs are the best body type for bodybuilding. They find it quite easy to gain and lose weight. They are naturally strong which is the perfect platform for building muscle.

TYPICAL TRAITS ON A MESOMORPH:

Athletic
Generally hard body
Well defined muscles
Rectangular shaped body
Strong
Gains muscle easily
Gains fat more easily than ectomorphs
The mesomorph body type responds the best to weight training. Gains are usually seen very quickly, especially for beginners. The downside to mesomorphs is they gain fat more easily than ectomorphs. This means they must watch their calorie intake.

ENDOMORPH

The endomorph body type is solid and generally soft. Endomorphs gain fat very easily. Endo’s are usually of a shorter build with thick arms and legs. Muscles are strong, especially the upper legs. Endomorphs find they are naturally strong in leg exercises like the squat.

TYPICAL TRAITS OF AN ENDOMORPH:

Soft and round body
Gains muscle and fat very easily
Is generally short
"Stocky" build
Round physique
Finds it hard to lose fat
Slow metabolism
Muscles not so well defined

When it comes to training endomorphs find it very easy to gain weight. Unfortunately, a large portion of this weight is fat not muscle. To keep fat gain to a minimum, endomorphs must always train cardio as well as weights. Usually supplements may not be needed as long as the person has a high protein intake in their diet.
One final point I want to mention is that no matter what your body type you can build a big, ripped, muscular physique. Even the skinniest of guys can bulk up. Yes, it’s harder but if you’re willing to put in the hard work it can be done. And even an extreme endomorph can still get lean. For him it will be much much harder to maintain a fit body, but nothing is impossible if you are willing to reach your goal.

Dr. Anthony Ancell can help you find more ways to find the best diet and lifestyle components to improve your health and achieve an optimal body balance. Call us on 02 9363 5690 or book online

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Sources: http://tophealthnews.net/ http://wilderdom.com/

Can you regrow your gums?

Whither it be from hormonal changes, medications, illnesses, family history, bad baits such as smoking or simply a poor oral hygiene routine; gum disease is prevalent among many people. It starts off as inflammation or some bleeding around the gum line, known as gingivitis. At this stage the gums are easily irritated and can start to recede. If left untreated it can turn into periodontal disease which is when the “inner layer of the gum and bone pull away from the teeth and form pockets”, as stated in WebMD.

There are some natural methods that may help regrow gums if noticed at a very early stage. Providing gums time to heal is very important. This can be done by switching to an electric tooth brush with a soft head. The electric toothbrush provides a more controlled motion for effectively removing plaque, unlike using a manual toothbrush which is very abrasive on the gum line. Also flossing in between meals will help as it aides in removing substances that bacteria can grow on in the gum line.

Increasing the consumption of Vitamin C will promote regeneration and minimize inflammation. Vitamin C can be found naturally in foods such as kiwi’s, oranges, strawberries, asparagus and broccoli. There is also another natural technique called oil pulling that Dr Ancell can tell you about at your next appointment.

The loss of gum around you teeth is not only an aesthetic concern but is a health concern.  If you’re worried about your gums you should contact Woollahra Dental Practice to schedule an appointment with the knowledgeable hygienists. The team will advise you on the best treatment options to repair your gums.

OROFACIAL PAIN TREATMENT

source:wikihow.com

The treatment of chronic pain of the head and neck is a difficult diagnostic puzzle. In an acute injury, the pain is at the site of origin, in a chronic condition however, the brain and body have instigated a variety of compensatory mechanisms that may drastically alter the degree and location of symptoms.

At Woollahra Dental a diagnostic postural balance tests are used to prioritise treatment and identify the origin of the presenting systems, which may involve: muscle pain of the head, neck or back; dizziness or vertigo; migraine; pain in the arms, hands or shoulders; sleep deprivation; swallowing difficulty; and many other symptoms. Treatment involves jaw joint stabilisation using removable pivots or splints and mandibular postural appliances to correct any structural injuries. Referral to other medical and allied health practitioners is required if systems persist for treatment of biochemical, physiological, hormonal or respiratory disorders.

Following jaw joint stabilisation, pain relief and a full range of jaw movements, restorative dentistry is undertaken (if required). This involves protecting compromised heavily restored teeth, improving aesthetics, reconstructing the correct intermeshing of teeth using restorative techniques (crown, bridges, implants or only) orthodontics, orthognathic surgery or cosmetic dentistry.

Call us today 02 9363 5690  or go to our website www.wollahradental.com 

Treatments of Chronic Orofacial Pain

The treatment of chronic pain of the head and neck is a difficult diagnostic puzzle. In an acute injury, the pain is at the site of origin, in a chronic condition however, the brain and body have instigated a variety of compensatory mechanisms that may drastically alter the degree and location of symptoms.

Diagnostic postural balance tests are used to prioritise treatment and identify the origin of the presenting systems, which may involve: muscle pain of the head, neck or back; dizziness or vertigo; migraine; pain in the arms, hands or shoulders; sleep deprivation; swallowing difficulty; and many other symptoms. Treatment involves jaw joint stabilisation using removable pivots or splints and mandibular postural appliances to correct any structural injuries. Referral to other medical and allied health practitioners is required if systems persist for treatment of biochemical, physiological, hormonal or respiratory disorders.

Following jaw joint stabilisation, pain relief and a full range of jaw movements, restorative dentistry is undertaken (if required). This involves protecting compromised heavily restored teeth, improving aesthetics, reconstructing the correct inter-meshing of teeth using restorative techniques (crown, bridges, implants or only) orthodontics, orthognathic surgery or cosmetic dentistry.

At Woollahra Dental we examine our patients to determine the causal sequence represented by the problem in question before commencing a treatment plan. This approach has proven to deliver a much higher level of care, where head and jaw pain problems are relieved before restorative, orthodontic or surgical procedures are undertaken.

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Ortho-Postural Dentistry - Dr Anthony Ancell

The Good Doctors / Health Podcast - 20: Ortho-postural Dentistry: A Broader View of Oral Health | Dr Anthony Ancell

Dr Anthony Ancell is not only a dentist in a private practice in Sydney, but he is also a world-leader in the concept of ortho-postural dentistry; how the shape and health of your mouth impacts your ability to breathe well, sleep well, your posture and much, much more.

Listen to a partial audio about Dr Anthony Ancell and his practice

Ortho-Postural Dentistry

Ortho-Postural Dentistry brings together years of research and understanding from the fields of sports medicine, neurology, orthopaedics, respiratory and whole body physiology and chronic pain treatment. The philosophy is based on rehabilitation of injured tissues, including worn teeth, with a view to restoring optimal function.

The system of treatment is based on aligning the skeletal system, which in turn results in a balanced muscular relationship. Minimal wear and stress to the supporting structures is therefore achieved.

 For more information and to find out how we can help please visit www.woollahradental.com

Interesting Approach to Breathing Exercises

Last year Dr. Anthony Ancell, offered his OPD students during the OPD Foundations Course an amazing performance. He brought in a brilliant Colombian didgeridoo player.

Dr. Ancell makes a great enphasis in the importance of breathing correctly to allow all the body functions to be performed with the best level of efficiency.

Master tuba player am Pilafian and Patrick Sheridan from Official Breathing Gym shared in one of their latest videos new techniques for better breathing for band members to play your best. They can be somehow weird and funny but it seems their techniques are very effective. Enjoy!

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source: OPD Foundations Course 2016 and The Breathing Gym.

Lack of Vitamin C Can Show in Your Gums

Woollahra Dental would like to share an Oral B article about how the lack of Vitamin C can show in your gums.

Gum tissue conditions can have many causes, but don’t forget to consider poor nutrition. Inadequate vitamin C can promote bleeding gums that can develop into gingivitis if left untreated. Vitamin C also helps the body perform maintenance and repair on bones, teeth, and cartilage, and it also helps wounds heal.

If you suffer from bleeding gums and your dentist rules out poor dental hygiene, reassess your diet. Be sure to consume plenty of foods rich in vitamin C. They aren’t hard to find. Oranges, carrots, sweet potatoes, and red peppers are especially high in vitamin C. Try to get your vitamin C from actual fruits and vegetables, instead of fruit and vegetable juices. Besides being high in sugar, most fruit juices are quite acidic, and they can promote erosion of the tooth enamel. Fruit juices are fine in small amounts, but drink them with meals, or use a straw if possible to minimize the juice’s contact with your teeth.

Vitamin C is water-soluble, which means that the body doesn’t store it long-term and you need to consume it every day. Multivitamins or vitamin C supplements can help you get enough, especially if you are ill or following a restricted diet and you have problems eating a variety of fruits and vegetables. Many multi-vitamin formulas contain vitamin C, or you can find it an individual supplement. The Institute of Medicine recommends 90 milligrams per day for men older than 18 years and 75 milligrams per day for women older than 18 years.

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Visit our practice in the East of Sydney at 27 Queen Street, Woollahra NSW 2025

Source: Oral B

4-7-8 Breathing for children and adults

This is a great breathing exercise we found from gozen.com and would like to share with you a video on how to use a very basic and simple exercise and how to explain it to children.

For both adults and children to help alleviate anxiety. Basic breathing exercises that encourage breath control can help release stress. Feel free to modify it so it suits your comfort level and needs.

What do the lungs do?

The amazing process of breathing. Something most of us take for granted yet so esential for our existence, for our survival.
In this TED ED talk by Emma Bryce, is explained how the transport of oxygen to the body's cells allow the functionality of it to remain while also while also clearing your system of the carbon dioxide that this work generates.
In this talk Emma Bryce takes us into the lungs to investigate how they help keep us alive.



When you breathe, you transport oxygen to the body’s cells to keep them working, while also clearing your system of the carbon dioxide that this work generates. How do we accomplish this crucial and complex task without even thinking about it? Emma Bryce takes us into the lungs to investigate how they help keep us alive.

Lesson by Emma Bryce, animation by Andrew Zimbelman for The Foreign Correspondents' Club.

Source: TED.com lessons

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Breathe to Heal

We would like to share something we encounter in our patients often and it's the importance or breathing. People underestimate the immense power of breathing and this becomes a crucial part of the way they live and handle life.

With anxiety, stress, and sleep dysfunction skyrocketing around the globe, it's time we look at the unspoken reasons why. These debilitating challenges can be meaningfully impacted with ten to twenty minutes of breathing exercises per day. Max Strom,who has taught breath-work for 20 years, reveals his insights into the healing power of the breath.

Max Strom teaches personal transformation, mindfulness, and yoga worldwide and is known for inspiring and impacting the lives of his students. His Inner Axis method addresses the internal aspects of our life and our potential for physical and emotional healing. He is the author of "A Life Worth Breathing," and, "There is No App for Happiness."

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Source: Breathe to Heal | Max Strom | TEDxCapeMay

What Happens When you Breathe through your Mouth and not by the Nose

This is one of the best videos we have found that explain what happens with mouth breathers. We see it all the time in our practice.



If your child is a mouth breather you do need to see a Dentist/Doctor/Ear Nose and Throat specialist as soon as possible to see if you can change it back to the correct nasal breathing.

Read more about what we can do to help and give us a call 0293635690 or email us to discuss further our approach to your health.

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Diaphragmatic Breathing Technique

Breathe in slowly and deeply so that you feel your belly rise under your hand. You may also notice your lower rib cage move wide under your other hand – remember the focus is upon keeping the upper chest muscles relaxed and using the diaphragm to breathe. This technique can be cued by thinking to “breathe into the belly”.

Breathe out by letting the rib cage fall back to resting. You should feel a gentle rise and fall of your belly under your hand.

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Woollahra Dental Practice - Dr. Anthony Ancell

Dr Anthony Ancell, principal dentist at Woollahra Dental Practice has developed the OPD .
OPD (Ortho Postural Dentistry) Model.

OPD course 2016 - Dr. Anthony Ancell from Woollahra Dental and  celebrity chef Pete Evans sharing their knowledge with the course participants

Incorporating innovation, knowledge and experience to deliver a higher level of patient well-being.
It is Dr Ancell's experience that many patients simply cannot achieve vibrant health without the input of a variety of Allied Health Practitioners from the full spectrum of those medical fields that have evolved over the ages of man. One has to ask WHY these various fields of activity exist and are maintained over time.

Ortho-Postural Dentistry brings together years of research and understanding from the fields of sports medicine, neurology, orthopaedics, respiratory and whole body physiology and chronic pain treatment. The philosophy is based on rehabilitation of injured tissues, including worn teeth, with a view to restoring optimal function.

The system of treatment is based on aligning the skeletal system, which in turn results in a balanced muscular relationship. Minimal wear and stress to the supporting structures is therefore achieved.

If you'd like to learn more about OPD contact us 02 9363 5690

Woollahra Dental Practice - Welcome you to our community

We want to acknowledge our patients and everyone who looks at their health from a holistic point of view. We are more than just our symptoms and so much more than what is in our exterior.

"Creating long lasting and sustainable health transformation is what we want for our patients at  Woollahra Dental Practice " 

We work with patients that are ready to be guided in a journey of sustained good health. We feel grateful for the opportunity to serve the community in Woollahra, NSW and having in our practice an authority in the area of Holistic Dentistry: Dr Tony Ancell (co-founder of OPD Ortho-postural Dentistry and Body Balancing) allows us to ensure that every patient will have an experience of customised and thorough care.

We incorporate innovation, knowledge and experience and deliver a higher lever of patient well-being.

Are you experiencing any of the following signs:
Breakdown of teeth, excessive wear, jaw joint inflammation or muscular or neurological pain in the head or neck... perhaps all of them?..

Your body's breakdown happens when you compensate for less than ideal growth and development. At Woollahra Dental we examin the patient to determine the causal sequence represented by the problem in question before commencing a treatment plan. This approach has proven to deliver a much higher level of care, where head and jaw pain problems are relieved before restorative, orthodontic or surgical procedures are undertaken.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey. We are here to help you through it by guiding you in the right direction. We help you understand the ultimate relationship between jaw growth, airway physiology, sleep quality and head and neck posture.

From the moment you walk through our doors you will feel welcomed and relaxed. Our friendly staff will look after you with upmost care and make your visit a comfortable and memorable one.

We look forward to welcoming you at 27 Queen Street, Woollahra NSW 2095.
Contact us on 02 9363 5690, we are here to help you create a sustainable good health.

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Breathing Techniques to Improve Your Performance

With the Sydney running festival coming up we would like to share an article by Lynn Burgess from active.com about breathing techniques to improve your performance.

The way you breathe has a lot to do with your athletic performance as well as your quality of life. Breathing powerfully affects every system in your body (cardiovascular, nervous, endocrine, lymph, immune, digestive, and of course, respiratory).

Breathing properly can decrease stress and muscle tension; calm your nerves; sharpen your focus; minimize negative and distracting thoughts; reduce fatigue; and promote stamina. Unfortunately, proper breathing is often an overlooked component of athletic training.

If you watch a baby breathe, you will see the infant's belly rise and fall with each breath. Most probably stopped breathing this way long ago. Our cultural upbringing, suck in that gut, and the development of bad habits, like slouching, have resulted in shallow breathing or chest breathing. Compared to diaphragmatic breathing or belly breathing, chest-breathing results in increased heart and breathing rates. Shallow breathing can make your neck and shoulder muscles tense and activate your body's stress response.

The good news is that with a little training, you can learn, or relearn, a simple way of breathing that can transform your health and athletic performance.

Practice Diaphragmatic Breathing

1. Sit upright in a chair, or lie down on the floor with your knees bent. Close your eyes and visualize your shoulders melting away from your ears.
2. Place the hand that you write with beneath your navel and the other hand just above your navel.
3. Breathe in deeply through your nose into your hand just below your navel. Allow this area to fill like a balloon. Next, feel your rib cage, where your other hand is, expand as the middle portion of the lungs are filled. Finally, fill the upper third of the lungs.
4. Exhale slowly, contracting your belly as you breathe out.
5. Keep your focus on each inhale and exhale.
6. Repeat for five to 10 minutes and then go about your regular workout.
7. Slow, rhythmic diaphragmatic breathing gives you a feeling of relaxed energy. During times of stress, like before the start of a race, notice any tension in your shoulders, neck, or jaw. Try to relax these areas and visualize your breath flowing into and out of the deepest part of your lungs.

After the race or anytime you would like to reduce tension and stress and enter into a calmer state of mind and body, shift into slow, abdominal breathing for a minute or two. Eventually, breathing with your diaphragm instead of your chest will become natural—as natural as breathing.

Doctor Anthony Ancell with his own technique - Ortho-Postural Dentistry - brings together years of research and understanding from the fields of sports medicine, neurology, orthopaedics, respiratory and whole body physiology and chronic pain treatment. The philosophy is based on rehabilitation of injured tissues, including worn teeth, with a view to restoring optimal function.

The system of treatment is based on aligning the skeletal system, which in turn results in a balanced muscular relationship. Minimal wear and stress to the supporting structures is therefore achieved.

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Source: active.com by Lynn Burgess, accomplished yoga teacher, combines her  unique alignment based style with over 20 years of teaching experience to help athletes achieve their goals.

What's Ortho Postural Dentistry?

What's Ortho Postural Dentistry?

OPD came into being by Dr Ancell stepping outside the field of Dentistry as an observer of what others do to treat their patients.

Many times he would subject himself to those very treatments to gain a better understanding of what was being offered. Coupling this experience with what was happening to his own patients when utilising those modalities in conjunction with often very traditional dental treatments he began to notice patterns that resulted in a new way of providing TMJ unloading, a new way of specifying mandibular position for the airway and new ways of encouraging oro-facial orthopaedic development.

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Orthopaedics at Woollahra

At Woollahra Dental Practice we realise that the oral cavity is not treated separately from the rest of the body. Our field is linked in many ways to whole body health.

Our Mission is to work in partnership with our patients, team members and other health practitioners to provide a holistic approach to dental care.

Ortho-postural dentistry starts with the developing infant and growing child. A major aim is to correct aberrant myofunctional habits, establishing an ideal breathing pattern and developing jaw bones to their ideal genetic potential. These functions are critical to the child’s physical, emotional, biochemical and aesthetic development.

We serve our patients with compassion, excellence and value. We understand that all our patients are individuals, each of whom has his or her own personal needs and concerns.

We encourage preventive techniques - helping you to understand how to maintain good oral hygiene and therefore preventing tooth decay and gum disease.

When treatment is required, we practice minimal intervention dentistry using research-based techniques and materials chosen on merit, not cost.

We are here to help our patients enjoy a lifetime of complete dental health.

Our Dentists attend regular courses on the latest techniques in cosmetic dentistry. They will work with you to create a natural smile that harmonizes with your facial aesthetics.

Our dedicated practitioners will ensure that your time spent with us is as comfortable, relaxed and as stress free as possible.

Book an appointment for you or your child today! Call 02 9363 5690  or email admin@woollahradental.com

Surprising Reasons You Should Smile Every Day II

Smiling helps reduce stress.

In a 2012 study published in the journal Psychological Science, University of Kansas psychological scientists Tara Kraft and Sarah Pressman studied 170 participants who were told to hold chopsticks in their mouths in three formations, making them smile to various degrees without realizing it, after performing a stressful task. The experiment revealed that subjects who smiled the biggest with the chopsticks experienced a substantial reduction in heart rate and quicker stress recovery compared to those whose expressions remained neutral.

Smiling makes you more approachable.

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A 2004 Penn State University study found that authentic smiles shared by employees in the service industry influenced their impressions on customers in a positive way. Smiling employees came across as more likable and friendly, and customers left the interactions feeling more satisfied about their overall experience. While job performance and the busyness of the venues were also factored into subsequent experiments, the researchers found that the added display of an authentic smile helped workers appear more competent as well.


Smiles are free!

This all-around mood booster is one of the few available to you each day at no cost whatsoever. So why not take advantage of your own power to create happiness?

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Surprising Reasons You Should Smile Every Day

At #woollahradental we've found some facts about smiling and we thought it would be nice to bring some smiles to the New Year.

Whether you woke up on the wrong side of the bed, picked a fight with a loved one or struggled through that morning commute to a job you don't particularly enjoy, it can be a tough task to plaster a smile across your face when you're feeling less than chipper.

But by choosing to smile, happy changes start to occur automatically, both internally and externally. Great power lies in a random smile, so long as you choose to share it with the world.

Here are many reasons why it's worth showing those pearly whites daily -- even when you don't necessarily feel like it.

We will share some of this reasons in our blog posts this month:

Smiling can improve your mood.

Our facial expressions do more than communicate our current mood -- they have the ability to influence our mood as well. Emotions may originate in the brain, but the muscles in the face either reinforce or transform those feelings. Recent studies have revealed that through the enhancement of positive emotions -- or the suppression of negative ones -- with facial expressions, a person's mood begins to align more strongly with the emotion his or her face is communicating.

source:Thesocietypages.org

Even fake smiles do the trick.

While some researchers insist the benefits of smiling can only be rendered from a geniune expression of happiness, others have found that a forced smile can still make you feel happy, even when your existing mood and surroundings suggest otherwise. It only takes smiling for a brief period of time to experience its benefits -- no matter how contrived it feels initially. In this case, maybe it's OK to fake it a little.


This all-around mood booster is one of the few available to you each day at no cost whatsoever. So why not take advantage of your own power to create happiness?

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source: huffingtonpost.com.au