News & Press

Children who are eligible for the Remote Children Dental Scheme (RCDS) will now get one free* mouthguard per calendar year.

We are joining the Australian Dental Association to highlight the importance of preventive oral health care to encourage Australians of all ages to care for their teeth and gums so you can keep your teeth and smile for life!

Today marks the annual #WorldNoTobaccoDay, an initiative hosted by the World Health Organisation to raise awareness on the health complications associated with smoking. Quitting can be challenging but there are endless reasons to quit. From your lungs, heart to your mouth, smoking affects almost every organ in your body. Double your chances of quitting successfully with the right support and tools…

Oral diseases are a major health concern for many countries. An estimated 3.5 billion people are affected by oral diseases, making it the most common health condition globally. This results in pain, discomfort, social isolation, loss of confidence and is associated with a number of health problems. And yet, there is no reason to suffer as most oral health conditions are preventable and can be treated in its early stages.

Welcome the New Year with our New Patient Offer! The New Year is the perfect time to create resolutions to improve your general health. A resolution to make routine visits to the dentist will help you maintain a healthy smile and prevent oral disease. If you have been delaying vital dental treatment or your regular check-up, maybe it is time to put yourself first. Here at Kangaroo Island Dental,…

We cannot believe it’s that time of year already!

World Cavity-Free Future Day (WCFFD) is a global awareness day that aims to address the need for a greater understanding of dental caries, the disease in which, when left untreated, can lead to dental cavities.

Yesterday the State Government announced that South Australia will go into a 7 day lockdown effective from 6:00pm Tuesday, 20 July 2021 in response to the latest outbreak of COVID-19.   As a result of these stringent but necessary measures, we have made significant changes to our services. The Australian Dental Association SA Branch has recommended Level 4 Dental Service Restrictions be implemented…

Most people are aware that smoking is bad for their health as it can cause various medical issues and fatal disease. However, many do not realise the harm smoking has on their mouth, gums and teeth. When you smoke you are at much higher risk of developing oral cancer, gum disease, tooth decay and many other serious illnesses. The good news is your body is very good at healing itself! Quitting smoking…

Over the Christmas and New Year period, Kangaroo Island Dental will be closed from Friday 25 December 2020 and will re-open on Monday 11 January 2021.