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In the field of dental surgery, opportunities to refine skills and share clinical expertise are paramount. The Nobel Biocare All-on-4® Cadaver Course is a shining example of professional development, merging cutting-edge techniques with hands-on practice to elevate surgical proficiency. An…

Professor Paulo Malo created the All-on-4® treatment alongside the leading implant manufacturer, Nobel Biocare. The treatment is designed for people who have lost all or most of their teeth. Through the use of four strategically placed biocompatible titanium implants, the…

The field of restorative dentistry went through a major evolution with dental implants. It was a game-changer for the way we replace our missing teeth, offering a long-lasting, fixed solution that can restore smiles and improve quality of life. In…

At Next Smile Australia, we believe every smile tells a story. On a special evening in June, we had the pleasure of hearing many remarkable stories at our Smile Celebration Evening. The evening allowed our patients to reconnect with Dr…

Restorative dentistry has been a life-changing field, especially for older adults. Dental professionals can restore teeth, even if every tooth is missing. Not only does it help cosmetically, but restorative dentistry, like the All-on-4® treatment concept, can restore functionality and…

At Next Smile Australia, the commitment to dental excellence extends beyond patient care to encompass a mission of empowering dental professionals through education. We are passionate about research and innovation and sharing best practice methods for patients across Australia with…

Autoimmune diseases are conditions where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy cells, tissues and organs. Examples of autoimmune diseases include rheumatoid arthritis, Graves disease, and type 1 diabetes. Many autoimmune diseases can directly or indirectly impact oral…

Teeth play a massive role when it comes to oral health and overall well-being. Missing teeth can have an impact on quality of life. Not only will it affect your smile, but it can make chewing food harder and cause…

The history of restorative dentistry goes back further than most people think. It can be traced back to ancient times, when the Ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, and Assyrians practised gold crowns. Of course, dentistry has evolved so much over the past…

Dentures are among the most common types of treatment for missing teeth. Also known as ‘false teeth,’ this form of treatment has become more realistic in recent years, and there are now several different varieties, including full, partial, and implant-supported…

In early September 2024, many of the dental world’s brightest minds gathered in Zurich for Nobel Biocare’s annual Key Expert Meeting. Next Smile's own Dr Larry Benge and Mr Robert Dulieu were invited to attend this event with around 60…

Restorative dentistry has been one of the most life-changing fields in human history. The mouth, jaw, and teeth play a massive role in overall well-being, and missing teeth can have a huge effect on physical and mental health. Restorative dentistry…

Whether you’re missing most or all of your teeth, the All-on-4® treatment concept is a revolutionary procedure in restorative dentistry. It can help restore full functionality to your mouth and a brand-new smile. The All-on-4® treatment consists of a surgical…

Oral health greatly impacts overall well-being and is directly linked with physical and mental health. Research shows that the state of our teeth, gums, tongue, and the foods we eat can impact our mood and increase the risk of diseases…

When you lose your teeth, it becomes more than just a cosmetic issue. Losing teeth can significantly impact a person’s ability to chew and digest food properly. This can result in difficulties eating and lead to a decline in health…

With the dental advancements made with recent technology, losing a tooth or even all your teeth isn’t the end of having a full smile. Restorative dentistry has come a long way in recent years. For patients who are seeking full-arch…

The All-on-4® treatment process has gained more traction over the past few decades for people missing all or some of their teeth. It’s a long-lasting, fixed solution that is also an alternative to dentures. The All-on-4® procedure is also sometimes…

For people who have lost most or all of their teeth, the All-on-4® treatment can restore their smile and the functionality of their mouth with full-arch restoration. The revolutionary procedure is becoming a popular alternative to dentures. If you’re someone…

We are proud to have hosted a successful lecture on the 29th of August, 2024, featuring Next Smile Brisbane’s lead dental surgeon and owner, Dr Tony Rotondo, where sixty other industry professionals gathered to gain insight into dental innovations and…

Restorative dentistry and dental implants have a long history. In the 1950s, Swedish professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark discovered osseointegration, the process by which the body can tolerate and fuse with titanium. This discovery in the 1950s led to Professor Brånemark creating…

Restorative dentistry can be a game-changer when it comes to repairing or replacing decayed, damaged, or missing teeth. There are a range of options available, including All-on-4® treatment. All-on-4® treatment is a dental restoration solution that offers a long-term, fixed…

Oral health plays a massive role in overall well-being, from physical health to mental health. Missing teeth can greatly impact someone’s mental well-being and is more than just a cosmetic problem. Even just one missing tooth can affect an individual’s…

The history of restorative dentistry is incredible. It has been a life-changing field, helping repair and restore people’s teeth. Not only does it help cosmetically, but it aims to restore functionality and improve quality of life and well-being. Oral health…

If you’ve lost all or most of your teeth, All-on-4® treatment can help restore your smile. The All-on-4® treatment is designed to be a long-lasting and durable solution to missing teeth and an alternative to dentures. Studies have shown that…

Oral health plays a critical role in our mouths, teeth, gums, and even tongue, but it’s also important for our overall well-being. Poor oral health can impact more than just a smile; research shows it can influence our overall health,…

Your dental arch is the curved bone structure that houses the teeth on either your upper or lower jaw, as well as your gums and alveolar bone. If you’ve experienced severe illness, injury or decay resulting in profound tooth loss,…

Diabetes can affect many parts of your body, from your vision to your kidneys to your heart. One often overlooked aspect of the disease is the impact that it can have on your oral health. People with diabetes are at…

The All-on-4® treatment is designed to replace all of your missing teeth with a new smile, giving you the freedom to eat and drink things you like again. However, not all foods and drinks are created equal. While learning how…

Living with missing teeth can feel like a lose-lose situation. You’d love a new full set of teeth to smile with again, but dental work has a reputation for being notoriously expensive. In the current cost of living crisis, many…

When researching or committing to a dental procedure, many people share a common concern about whether or not it will hurt and the degree of pain involved. Dental fear and anxiety affect around 16% of adults and 10% of children…

Smoking or vaping are difficult habits to quit. But if you’ve been struggling to put down the cigarettes, the promise of a beautiful, authentic-looking new smile may give you enough willpower. Smoking and vaping have long been known to cause…

Anyone can get gum disease, whether they have dental implants, their full set of natural teeth or no teeth at all. Gum disease is a common condition in Australia, affecting up to three in every 10 adults. It occurs when…

If you’ve been living with missing teeth, All-on-4 dental implants offer a new beginning. But just like real teeth, All-on-4® teeth require regular cleaning and proper care to last a lifetime. Lifestyle factors like smoking, poor hygiene and certain kinds of…

Alveolectomy is a procedure that involves removing unhealthy bone and reshaping healthy bone. It is typically performed to prepare the jawbone for dental implants, not dentures. Contrary to the misconception that tooth loss does not cause bone loss, tooth loss…

When you’re seeking any kind of medical or dental treatment, you want the best and safest option you can find. You want the reassurance that your surgeon will carry out your procedure in the most comfortable and hygienic environment possible,…

Your oral health and general health are strongly related. When something goes wrong in your mouth, it affects the rest of your body. Missing teeth compromise more than your physical appearance and self-esteem. While it may not seem like a…

Dentures are one of the most common treatments available for missing teeth. Better known as “false teeth”, dentures are custom-made prosthetic devices designed to fit against the gums and replace the look and feel of natural teeth. Available in full…

The bones of your jaw help give form and function to your whole face. Your lower jaw (mandible) supports your bottom teeth and shapes your chin, while your upper jaw (maxilla) supports your nose and gives the middle of your…

Replacing an entire mouthful of teeth is no small operation. While full-mouth dental restoration provides you with a brand-new smile, there are side effects to such a major procedure. Fortunately, most of these side effects are minor and often go…

Although Australians are living longer and healthier lives than ever before, older age commonly comes with health complications. This includes oral health issues. While missing teeth are very common in Australia, they’re especially prevalent for older Australians aged 65 and…

For most people, the phrase “false teeth” brings to mind a very specific mental picture: the standard style of dentures in the glass of water by the bedside. Yet just as there are many ways in Australia to treat dental…

Despite being very common in Australia, missing teeth drastically affect your life in a number of ways. Your jawbone may start to atrophy, your remaining teeth shift out of place, and your self-consciousness may stop you from smiling. In the…

If you’ve lost all or most of your teeth, the All-on-4® procedure can give you a new smile in just one day. The procedure is safe and effective as well as avoids the need for dental bone grafting. But for…

Because All-on-4® is such an effective form of treatment, it’s understandable to assume it works just as well wherever you go. But the location, the clinic and the surgeon you choose all make a difference. The more highly trained professional…

No matter the nature of your dental problems, everybody wants a pain-free, natural-looking smile that they can be proud of. Restorative dentistry focuses on the individual needs of each patient, not on one-size-fits-all solutions. Restorative dentistry involves repairing and replacing…

All-on-4® is a treatment for patients who have lost all or most of their natural teeth. If you’ve been living with missing or badly damaged teeth, it provides you with a new smile in only 24 hours. Not only that,…

It’s understandable that affordability is an important factor for many people. Yet dentistry, particularly implant dentistry, isn’t an industry where shopping around for the cheapest option is advisable. When it comes to your new set of teeth, there are so…

Finding out that All-on-4® is the right treatment option for you is an exciting discovery. But it’s not enough for a clinic to offer the service. Quality and results matter, and they can vary quite a bit between providers. While…

Dental implants have the power to provide a new smile for people who have lost one tooth, multiple, or all of their teeth. Yet despite how effective and widely used they are, the evolution of dental implants has been a…

All-on-4® is a type of dental treatment that replaces missing or badly damaged teeth with a set of new, realistic-looking teeth.  It’s designed for patients who are missing all or most of their teeth, so sometimes the remaining teeth are…

Living with diabetes impacts several areas of your life, including your oral health. High blood sugar leads to higher levels of sugar in your saliva. Bacteria feed on sugar and the fact that high blood sugar attacks white blood cells…

Fear of the dentist is common. Dental procedures that involve surgery, such as root canals and dental implants, can be especially nerve-wracking. When you have a major dental procedure coming up, the best possible scenario is that your dentist will…

Have you ever wondered how dental implants work? How do they become permanent fixtures in your jaw that you don’t have to remove to clean or when you go to sleep? The answer lies in osseointegration, defined as a structural…

How we look plays a huge role in how we see ourselves and our confidence. Tooth loss, whether it be one or multiple teeth, can significantly impact not only our oral health but also our overall appearance. When you lose…

All-on-4® dental implants are a game-changing solution for people with tooth or bone loss. Through only four implants in each jawbone, your smile and oral function can be restored with this dental treatment. However, like any medical procedure, the All-on-4®…

Anyone who has had major dental surgery knows that taking time to recover is part of the process. Wisdom teeth extractions, dental implants and full mouth restoration procedures all involve periods of rest, as well as temporary changes to your…

If you’ve already looked into treatment options for missing teeth, you’re probably aware that All-on-4® provides a new smile in just 24 hours. But that’s a short summary of the treatment. There’s more to it than that. All-on-4® accomplishes this…

Dental hygienists play an important part in both the prevention and treatment of dental issues. In an ancillary role that supports the work of your dentist or dental surgeon, a dental hygienist has several duties to fulfil. They evaluate the…

Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you, so you want to have a smile that you’re proud of.  If you have multiple damaged or missing teeth, there is a way that you could feel more confident…

The All-on-4® treatment is one of the most effective dental procedures available, with a 98% success rate. More than 250,000 patients have been successfully treated with All-on-4®. But while the risk of dental implant failure with All-on-4® is very low,…

Missing teeth don’t just leave gaps in your smile. They can also lead to serious and sometimes permanent health problems in your mouth and body. Even one missing tooth, as much as you may be able to bear the look…

Most people smile when they’re happy. But the process also works in reverse: smiling makes you feel happier, and that’s not its only benefit. Smiling can also lower your stress, boost your immune system and even make those around you…

A full set of teeth protects more than just the look of your smile. If left untreated, missing teeth frequently lead to bone loss. Dental health is important for overall health. Well-maintained teeth and gums let you eat, drink, speak…

It’s common knowledge that as we grow older, our bodies change. Your hair changes colour, you develop age spots on your skin, and you begin to shrink. However, losing their teeth is one of the main concerns many people have…

Keeping your teeth free of stains is not only important for a beautiful smile but also for your health and well-being. Maintaining your smile is essential, especially after investing in All-on-4® dental implants. But do All-on-4® teeth stain like natural…

A visit to the dentist can be an anxiety-inducing experience for many people. But when it comes to procedures such as the All-on-4® treatment, those nervous jitters can feel even more overwhelming. Dental fear and anxiety can make it challenging…

Your smile is usually the first thing people notice about you. And behind every smile lies a crucial foundation: your gum health. Not only is brushing your teeth an important step in your oral hygiene but taking care of your…

Fear of visiting the dentist affects about one in every seven Australians. For many people, the source of their anxiety is the expectation of pain. While some discomfort is to be expected with any dental procedure and its recovery period,…

Every surgery involves a recovery period, and the All-On-4® treatment is no different. Fortunately, recovering from All-On-4® is generally a quicker process than recovering from other restorative dental procedures and tends to be relatively painless by comparison. A procedure that…

Do you ever worry that your diet may be damaging your teeth? From an early age, most of us are taught the importance of regular brushing and healthy eating, but as we get older, we start to wonder if we’ll…

From tooth decay to gum disease, impacted wisdom teeth to tooth loss, dental problems tend to be visible and painful. What isn’t always so noticeable is the connection between poor dental health and health problems that occur elsewhere in the…

Full-mouth dental implants are designed to take you from having little to no teeth left to your new full-set teeth smile. If you’ve been living with missing teeth for a while, full-mouth dental implants offer you a fresh start with…

The loss or removal of a tooth commonly leads to deterioration of the jawbone. The bone surrounding a tooth is there to support it and keep it in place. When the tooth is gone, this almost always leads to alveolar…

There’s a recovery period after any kind of dental surgery that requires you to be careful of what you eat. It’s important to eat softer food and avoid food that can interfere with the healing process. You need to adapt…

Traditional dental implants are a treatment type with a very high success rate of 90-95%. They provide one of the most effective methods currently available for replacing missing or badly damaged teeth. However, this probably doesn’t provide much comfort if…

The All-on-4^® treatment offers an exciting option for those who have been living with teeth that are missing or badly damaged: a new smile in just one day. The process is similar to traditional dental implants, which involve a series of titanium screws inserted into the jawbone to replace the roots of each lost tooth. All-on-4^®, however, supports an entire ‘bridge’ or arch of new teeth on just four implants: two at the front and two at the back on one jawbone.

If you’re having all or most of your teeth replaced, the process is called full mouth restoration (also known as full mouth reconstruction or rehabilitation). Obviously, it’s a larger, more complicated process than just replacing one or two missing teeth.…

Everyone loves a bargain, but as most of us have discovered when we’ve chosen the cheapest option first, you often get what you paid for. And while you can compromise on quality when it comes to many areas in life,…

In Australia, missing teeth are more common than many people may think. Conditions like hypodontia and CMT (congenitally missing teeth) can cause gaps from birth, and issues like advanced tooth decay, illness, and injury can lead them to fall out…

If you have missing or badly damaged teeth, even the act of smiling can make you feel self-conscious. You’re also at risk of further dental and health complications. Dental restoration improves your oral health and provides a new, genuine-looking smile.…

Dental surgery is a life-changing decision, and there are several factors you need to consider before you commit to it. These include the education, experience and training of your provider, the demonstrated quality of their previous work, and, of course,…

Next Smile Australia focuses on providing value in an honest and transparent way. There’s no mystery about our All-on-4® procedure or what it costs. While All-on-4®’s process is quick, providing a new smile in just one day, it’s a significant…

Have you been suffering from tooth pain, sensitivity or discolouration or a change in the appearance of your gums? Maybe your issue is more obvious - such as multiple missing teeth, either from illness or injury or as a result…

There’s always something to do on the Gold Coast. But if you’ve been living with missing or badly damaged teeth, this region is more than a tourist destination. It’s a place to literally reclaim your smile. You may have come…

If you’ve lost all or most of your natural teeth, both All-on-4® and dentures can provide you with a brand-new, realistic-looking smile. Dentures, traditionally known as “false teeth”, need to be removed when you want to clean them or go…

There are many causes of missing teeth, from advanced tooth decay to genetic conditions like hypodontia and oligodontia. The most common cause is periodontitis, an advanced stage of gum disease that becomes more common with age. But losing teeth can…

If you’ve been living with missing teeth for years - or even for your whole life - the thought of gaining a natural-looking new smile brings some hope. In old photographs and images in magazines, you may catch glimpses of…

Have you been living with missing teeth and looking for the opportunity to smile again? If you’ve already been searching for a treatment that’s powerful, effective and long-lasting, it’s likely you’ve come across the concept of All-on-4®. Like traditional dental…

The option to replace missing or badly damaged teeth with a brand-new set in 24 hours has arrived in Perth. Founded in 2023 by two accomplished dental surgeons, Next Smile Australia Perth fills the need for increased full-mouth dental restoration…

What’s the best way to address the issue of missing teeth? People have been dealing with that question for centuries. Dental implants are an old form of treatment that stretches all the way back to the origins of humanity in…

The mere mention of any dental procedure is enough to make the average person flinch. When it comes to any treatment, most people are concerned that it will be uncomfortable, even painful. “Invasive” dental procedures are the type most likely…

Any treatment has risks and the potential for complications. All-on-4® is a procedure with a 98% success rate and a very low risk of failure or problems. Yet before committing to any treatment, it’s important to be informed and aware of…

There are many common dental procedures in the industry, including multiple options for missing teeth. If you’ve been looking into possibilities for your own treatment, one phrase you may have come across is “All-on-4®”. All-on-4® can provide you with a…

The people of Adelaide have an exciting new treatment option available for missing or badly damaged teeth. Four experienced dentists have established a Next Smile Australia Super Clinic in the city to provide a new smile in as little as…

If all or most of your teeth have been lost or badly damaged, it may seem like your options are limited. Being able to use your teeth the way you used to, or to smile without feeling self-conscious, may feel…

If you’ve been living with missing or badly damaged teeth, a brand new smile may be closer than you think. We don’t mean closer in terms of time but location, too.   Next Smile Australia’s Super Clinics are surgery-grade environments designed…

Living with missing or badly damaged teeth is challenging. Not only can simple actions like speaking and chewing, which most other people take for granted, become more difficult, but there are also potential long-term consequences on the mouth and the…

When you’re looking for a new dental clinic, it’s natural to feel a bit nervous and uncertain. There are plenty of clinics around, but what is the quality of their work like? How much do they charge, and are they…

What is an All-on-4® Super Clinic? It’s where you receive a new and natural-looking smile. It’s a friendly, supportive environment where dental reconstructive treatments take place. And there may be one near you. When you step into one of our…