﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><atom:link href="https://www.theorthodontists.com.au/blog/general-medical-topics?rss=6fbede98-129a-4fee-a07a-e54328afa7d7" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><title>Booragoon &amp;amp; Subiaco Orthodontic Clinic</title><link>https://www.theorthodontists.com.au/blog/general-medical-topics</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 07:08:32 GMT</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 07:08:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><description>RSS News Feed</description><generator>Mintox</generator><item><title>What Can I do for my Kids Teeth When they are Young?</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au25062018-308//blog/what-can-i-do-for-my-kids-teeth-when-they-are-young.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au25062018-308//blog/what-can-i-do-for-my-kids-teeth-when-they-are-young.aspx</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Developing good dental habits should start at birth rather than when your child&amp;rsquo;s first tooth appears. Follow a few simple guidelines and your child will be on the right path for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><pubDate>Sun, 24 Jun 2018 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Technological Advancements in Orthodontics</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au26062018-308//blog/technological-advancements-in-orthodontics.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au26062018-308//blog/technological-advancements-in-orthodontics.aspx</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Ever wondered how orthodontics has&amp;nbsp;changed since you had braces 20 years ago? Improvements in technology are changing orthodontics. Parents often notice their child&amp;rsquo;s treatment is different to their own experience.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2018 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Why Does Orthodontics Sometimes Fail?</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au27062018-308//blog/why-does-orthodontics-sometimes-fail.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au27062018-308//blog/why-does-orthodontics-sometimes-fail.aspx</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Sometimes orthodontics don&amp;rsquo;t deliver on the patient&amp;rsquo;s expectations. We have had patients come to our clinic after treatment elsewhere has not been as effective. It&amp;#39;s rare,&amp;nbsp;but there are times when a patient isn&amp;rsquo;t happy with previous orthodontic treatment.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jun 2018 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Will Thumb Sucking Cause my Child to Need Braces?</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au01092020-308//blog/will-thumb-sucking-cause-my-child-to-need-braces.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au01092020-308//blog/will-thumb-sucking-cause-my-child-to-need-braces.aspx</guid><description>Thumb sucking can be a habit that leaves no lasting legacy in some children while for others it can cause major problems.</description><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Orthodontic Terminology – 15 Words You Should Know</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au07012020-308//blog/orthodontic-terminology-15-words-you-should-know.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au07012020-308//blog/orthodontic-terminology-15-words-you-should-know.aspx</guid><description>Orthodontic terminology can often be confusing, so we&amp;rsquo;ve put together a glossary to make them easier to understand.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2020 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updates about Our Clinic, COVID-19 and Your Treatment</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au24042020-308//blog/updates-about-our-clinic-covid-19-and-your-treatment.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au24042020-308//blog/updates-about-our-clinic-covid-19-and-your-treatment.aspx</guid><description>The new Coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing health, social and economic uncertainties around the world. Here&amp;rsquo;s everything you need to know about COVID-19 and your Orthodontic treatment.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What is Gingivitis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au22062020-308//blog/what-is-gingivitis-causes-symptoms-and-treatment.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au22062020-308//blog/what-is-gingivitis-causes-symptoms-and-treatment.aspx</guid><description>It&amp;rsquo;s a common condition among Australian adults but left untreated gingivitis can lead to serious complications.</description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2020 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Can Orthodontics Help with Impacted Teeth?</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au31032021-308//blog/can-orthodontics-help-with-impacted-teeth.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au31032021-308//blog/can-orthodontics-help-with-impacted-teeth.aspx</guid><description>Orthodontics can correct a wide range of dental problems but is an impacted tooth one of them? Read on to find out!</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Updated COVID-19 Policy November 2022</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au16112022-306//blog/updated-covid-19-policy-november-2022.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au16112022-306//blog/updated-covid-19-policy-november-2022.aspx</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;We hope that you and your family are in good health and appreciate that our Community is being challenged over the past couple of years. Whilst circumstances have changed, we remain committed to your safety and this is why we want to reassure you that we have made this a priority in our offices.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I Clean My Tongue When Brushing?</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au02062023-306//blog/should-i-clean-my-tongue-when-brushing.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au02062023-306//blog/should-i-clean-my-tongue-when-brushing.aspx</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Tongue brushing has been part of Eastern culture for thousands of years but it&amp;rsquo;s just caught on in the West.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Oral Health Impacts Your Overall Health</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au15062023-308//blog/how-oral-health-impacts-your-overall-health.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au15062023-308//blog/how-oral-health-impacts-your-overall-health.aspx</guid><description>&lt;p&gt;Investing time and money in good oral health can pay dividends for your ongoing general health.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>When Should Children Lose Their Baby Teeth?</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au19062023-308//blog/when-should-children-lose-their-baby-teeth.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au19062023-308//blog/when-should-children-lose-their-baby-teeth.aspx</guid><description>Losing the first baby tooth is a milestone moment in any child&amp;rsquo;s life and luckily, the tooth fairy&amp;rsquo;s expense is spread out over several years.</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jun 2023 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Should you Rinse After Brushing - Debunking the Myths</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au19062023-308//blog/should-you-rinse-after-brushing-debunking-the-myths.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au19062023-308//blog/should-you-rinse-after-brushing-debunking-the-myths.aspx</guid><description>If you rinse your mouth after you&amp;rsquo;ve finished brushing, you&amp;rsquo;re not the only one. Most people think it&amp;rsquo;s best to wash away toothpaste, but is it?</description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jun 2023 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>12 Foods You Should Eat for Healthy Gums and Teeth</title><link>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au10102023-308//blog/12-foods-you-should-eat-for-healthy-gums-and-teeth.aspx</link><guid>http://www.theorthodontists.com.au10102023-308//blog/12-foods-you-should-eat-for-healthy-gums-and-teeth.aspx</guid><description>Several factors contribute to the state of our oral health. Behind brushing and flossing, our diet can have the greatest influence. But it&amp;#39;s not always clear which foods are best for gums and teeth. Dive in and find out.</description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2023 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>