Dentist talks teeth brushing Facing off against PTSD

floss frequently.”

Arosha said brushing soon after eating acidic foods, like citrus, can also damage our teeth.

“Generally, wait at least 30 minutes after vomiting or consuming acidic foods and beverages.

“Acids soften the enamel and dentine like soaking dirty saucepans in the sink.

“And if we don’t give our saliva enough time to mop up the acids, the softened tooth surface scratches away when we brush.”

Often asked what toothbrush and toothpaste we should be using, Arosha said to keep it simple.

A LOCAL dentist has shared answers to the questions she is commonly asked about teeth brushing.

Tewantin Family Dental owner and dentist Dr Arosha Weerakoon is a lecturer at the University of Queensland and writes articles on oral health for The Conversation Media Group.

Arosha said most of us brush our teeth on autopilot so we need to stop and ask if we’re doing it properly

“Are you brushing correctly? For starters, make sure you’re brushing both your teeth and gums at least twice a day

“Brushing removes dental plaque, the grey-white bacterial mass that sticks to the tooth and gum surface.

“If left undisturbed for at least a day, plaque bacteria multiply and begin to mature.

“Mature plaque on your teeth and gum surfaces can lead to cavities (holes in our teeth) and gum disease.”

Arosha said gum disease can cause bad breath.

“After two to three weeks of poor brushing, the mature plaque causes the gums to swell, redden and bleed easily

“This is why it’s important to have a regular dental check-up and to brush and

“The Australian Dental Association recommends using a toothbrush with a small head and soft bristles.

“Some of us are magnificent manual tooth brushers but many would benefit by using an electric toothbrush.

“Select a toothpaste that contains fluoride. Fluoride fills and reinforces the microscopic gaps in our teeth to create an acid-resistant barrier

“It also forms a non-stick surface to prevent plaque from attaching and maturing.

“Spit and not rinse at the end. Avoiding rinsing means you get a fluoride treatment each time you brush.”

A COOROY-BASED charity is launching a “groundbreaking” fundraising event.

PTSD Face-off is a unique initiative to raise funds for PTSD Dogs Australia while encouraging participants to demonstrate solidarity and support for those living with PTSD. The event challenges individuals to make a bold sacrifice by shaving their beards or cutting their hair on 10 October, World Mental Health Day.

PTSD Face-off is the brainchild of local Roger

Weeks who will face off against his PTSD by shaving off his beard.

Roger said the aim of PTSD Face-off is to raise awareness of the devastating effects of PTSD and to raise funds for PTSD Dogs Australia, a charity that gave his life purpose again.

“I can give first-hand testimony to the difference a PTSD dog can make.

Thanks to PTSD Dogs Australia and my girl Rosie, my life has a purpose again.

“PTSD Face-off is my chance to help raise awareness and to raise funds to pay it forward and help another veteran or first responder get a dog,” Roger said.

Rogers’s wife Angie Weeks is the co-founder and CEO of PTSD Dogs Australia.

Angie said PTSD Dogs Australia came about because Roger’s psychiatrist had recommended a PTSD dog but there was a wait of three to four years and a $40,000 cost.

“This was just too long and we realised how many people were in the same situation and felt we needed to do something for our veterans and first responders who do so much for our community.

“So we set up PTSD Dogs Australia and started rescuing dogs and training them as psychiatric support dogs.

“A PTSD dog can improve the quality of life or even save the life of a veteran or first responder who is suffering the effects of PTSD as a result of their invaluable and selfless service to our community and country,” Angie said.

If you’d like to join to shave or make a donation in support of a shaver, visit ptsddogs.org.au/face-off.

After serving the local Cooroy community for over 15 years, Arosha and Rob welcome you to Tewantin Family Dental. Working as a team, we aim to meet all your dental and denture needs under one roof. Drop-in or give us a call, we are here to help!

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Events

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Meetings

Cooroy AA meets every Wednesday 7 pm, Freemasons Hall, 58 Elm Street, Cooroy.

Positions Vacant

Pomona Meals on Wheels urgently seeking part-time cook. Job-share paid position of three days a fortnight (approx. 19 hrs).

Kitchen Supervisor Certificate and vaccination against COVID required. Urgently seeking volunteer admin assistant. Job-share position. Computer skills, a pleasant telephone manner and the ability to interact with clients required. Enquiries for volunteer drivers and kitchen hands also welcome. For more info, please call 5485 1777 or email admin@mowp.org.au

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Raine & Horne Noosa Hinterland Phone Jessica 07 5444 6002

• 3 Murra Ct, Tewantin: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool. $800/week. Available 28/06/23

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