Watch Your Mouth

Watch Your Mouth is a podcast by the Australian Dental Association providing you with education and information on oral health and dental care to help keep you and your family's mouths healthy. Find episodes covering thumb sucking to teeth whitening, with the confidence of evidence-based material!

Gum disease - periodontitis 07/29/2024

Gum disease - periodontitis Gum disease specialist, Dr Wendy Gill, talks with host Nina Drakalovic about gum disease. This episode focuses on periodontitis, a severe type of gum disease that damages the bones and gums that hold your teeth in place. They talk about what it is, how you can develop it, what increases your risk of getting it, and how it can be treated. This episode has been released as part of Dental Health Week (5-11 August 2024), the Australian Dental Association's (ADA's) oral health awareness week. Find out more at , the ADA's oral health education website. Thank you to Colgate Palmolive for helping make this episode of Watch Your Mouth possible. /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/32327092

Gum disease - gingivitis 07/29/2024

Gum disease - gingivitis Gum disease specialist, Dr Wendy Gill, talks with host Nina Drakalovic about gum disease. This episode focuses on gingivitis. They talk about what it is, how you can develop it, and how it can be treated. This episode has been released as part of Dental Health Week (5-11 August 2024), the Australian Dental Association's (ADA's) oral health awareness week. Find out more at , the ADA's oral health education website. Thank you to Colgate Palmolive for helping make this episode of Watch Your Mouth possible. /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/32327087

Sugar and tooth decay 12/14/2022

Sugar and tooth decay Dr Matthew Hopcraft joins the Watch Your Mouth podcast to talk about sugar and how it causes tooth decay. Dr Hopcraft is a Melbourne dentist with an interest in sugar and preventing dental diseases. Hear which sugars can cause tooth decay and how you can prevent tooth decay from developing. Looking for more information on oral health? Head to the Australian Dental Association's website This episode is sponsored by Colgate-Palmolive. See more about Colgate at . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/25194984

Risks of sugary drinks 11/30/2022

Risks of sugary drinks Ali McAleese joins the Watch Your Mouth podcast to discuss sugary drinks. She provides advice on what drinks are classified as a sugary drink, making good drink choices for your mouth and body and whether sugar free drinks are a good alternative. Ali is an Accredited Practicing Dietician and works for Cancer Council Victoria. This episode is made in collaboration with Rethink Sugary Drink, which is a partnership between health and community organisations highlighting the negative effects of sugary drinks. Find out more about Rethink Sugar Drink at . This episode is sponsored by Colgate-Palmolive. See more about Colgate at . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/25182483

Teeth whitening tips 08/09/2022

Teeth whitening tips Helen Hayes returns to learn some useful teeth whitening tips from Dr Norah Ayad, a general dentist. Find out what age you can start whitening your teeth, if it is safe during pregnancy/breastfeeding, whether teeth whitening makes teeth sensitive and how often you should whiten your teeth. For more information on teeth whitening, see If you have topics you would like to see covered by Watch Your Mouth, let us know at /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/24000567

The low-down on teeth whitening 10/19/2021

The low-down on teeth whitening Associate Professor Laurie Walsh chats with episode host, Helen Hayes, about teeth whitening in the Australian Dental Association’s Watch Your Mouth podcast. They chat about what causes teeth to become dark or stained, the science of teeth whitening including blue light devices commonly seen online, and whether fillings and dental crowns can be lightened. For more information on teeth whitening, see Watch Your Mouth is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/20862920

Early Orthodontic Intervention 06/22/2021

Early Orthodontic Intervention When we think of orthodontics, we typically think of braces, but there is so much more to this area of dental treatment! So when should children first have an orthodontic consult? Join host Jimmy Rees, best known as Jimmy Giggle from Giggle and Hoot, as he chats with specialist orthodontist Dr Nour Tarraf about when your child should first see an orthodontist. Understand what to look out for and when seeing an orthodontist early on can help with the development of your child's jaws and smile. Watch Your Mouth is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more oral health information, visit . If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/19573217

Dental care for children with additional needs 05/24/2021

Dental care for children with additional needs Good oral health is important for all. However, for children with additional needs, maintaining oral health is especially important. Melbourne-based paediatric dentist, Dr Narisha Chawla, chats with episode host Jimmy Rees, best known as Jimmy Giggle from Giggle and Hoot, providing advice on caring for the oral health of anxious children and children with additional needs. Watch Your Mouth is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more oral health information, visit For more information on caring for the oral health of children with additional needs, visit If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/19212539

Paediatric Dietician advice on food + drink for infants and children 05/10/2021

Paediatric Dietician advice on food + drink for infants and children Pureed pouches, muesli bars, yoghurt, dried fruit – so many options! Are you looking for food and drink advice for your infant or young child? Making these choices can be tricky - the label says the food or drink is healthy but it is also good for the health of your child’s teeth? Paediatric Dietician, Dr Kyla Smith, sits down with host Jimmy Rees, best known as Jimmy Giggle from Giggle and Hoot, providing advice on nutritious and tooth-friendly foods and drinks. As well as a few tips for picky eaters. Dr Kyla provides great advice that you can take away and implement at home. Watch Your Mouth is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more oral health information, visit . If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/19039835

The first dental visit + tooth decay 04/29/2021

The first dental visit + tooth decay Did you know that the first dental visit is recommended to take place by the age of one but on average, children have their first visit at the age of four? First dental visits and care from a regular dentist are important factors in looking after the health of your child’s teeth and mouth. Join host Jimmy Rees, best known as Jimmy Giggle from Giggle and Hoot, as he chats with paediatric dentist Dr Mihiri Silva to discuss first dental visits and child tooth decay. Understand what is involved in your little ones first appointment at the dentist as well as advice to help prevent tooth decay from developing. Watch Your Mouth is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more oral health information, visit . If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/18906764

The low-down on mouthguards 04/23/2021

The low-down on mouthguards Do you play sports that require the use of a mouthguard? Or do you have kids playing sport and you are trying to decide what type of mouthguard you should purchase? Join Dr Dominic Aouad as he discussed the differences between store bought and professionally made mouthguards, how they protect the teeth and mouth from injury and tips for looking after your mouthguard and how often to replace it. This episode of Watch Your Mouth is sponsored by Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more oral health information, visit . If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/18832130

Brushing + flossing for infants and young children 03/29/2021

Brushing + flossing for infants and young children In this episode, host Jimmy Rees chats with Dr Kareen Mekertichian, a paediatric dentist, about how to look after the oral health of infants and young children. What you need to know about caring for your infant or young child’s oral health wrapped up in a short, easy to understand 20 minute chat. This episode of Watch Your Mouth is sponsored by Colgate-Palmolive. For more oral health information, visit . If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/18504728

Tooth development + teething signs and symptoms 03/24/2021

Tooth development + teething signs and symptoms Is your baby teething? Or perhaps about to start? Did you know that in the first three years of your baby’s life, they will have 20 teeth appear within their mouth? Join host Jimmy Rees as he chats with Dr Philippa Sawyer, a paediatric dentist, as they discuss factors that can affect tooth development in your growing baby. As well, they discuss common signs and symptoms of teething and ways to relieve your baby’s discomfort. This episode of Watch Your Mouth is sponsored by Colgate-Palmolive. For more oral health information, visit . If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/18448865

Does Sucking Thumbs or Pacifiers Affect Teeth? 03/01/2021

Does Sucking Thumbs or Pacifiers Affect Teeth? Looking for advice on thumb sucking and pacifier use and whether it affects the teeth and mouth as much as people say? Join host Jimmy Rees as he chats with Dr Juliette Scott, a paediatric dentist, as they discuss thumb sucking and the use of pacifiers/dummies. They chat about whether parents should be concerned if their child sucks their thumb or a pacifier, what is the best age for such habits to stop, and whether they can cause negative effects on the teeth and mouth. The Watch Your Mouth podcast is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more oral health information, visit . If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email . /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/18114866

Pregnancy and Oral Health 02/16/2021

Pregnancy and Oral Health Have you ever wondered about whether pregnancy can impact the health of your teeth and gums? Welcome to episode 2 of Watch Your Mouth, a podcast by the Australian Dental Association. This episode is the first of an eight-part series based on pregnancy, infant and child oral health care with host Jimmy Rees, well known from his time as Jimmy Giggle on the children’s TV show Giggle and Hoot. In this episode, Jimmy talks with Dr Chaturi Neboda, a paediatric dentist about pregnancy and how it can impact women’s oral health. Jimmy chats with Dr Neboda about when it is the best time to see a dentist whilst pregnant, how being pregnant can affect the teeth and gums, and whether the saying ‘women lose one tooth for every child they have’ is true. The Watch Your Mouth podcast is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more information on oral health, visit If you have questions you would like covered by the Watch Your Mouth podcast, email /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/17963597

Podcast Introduction & Mythbusting 02/02/2021

Podcast Introduction & Mythbusting Welcome to the Watch Your Mouth Podcast, a production of the Australian Dental Association. In this episode, Mikaela and Eithne from the Australian Dental Association discuss why the Watch Your Mouth podcast was created. Mikaela, a dentist, reveals whether there is truth to some of the most common statements dentists hear. Does bicarbonate soda whiten teeth? Are ‘bad teeth’ genetic? Find out in episode 1 of Watch Your Mouth! The Watch Your Mouth podcast is made possible thanks to Extra Oral Healthcare Program. For more information on oral health, visit Listener oral health questions or topics you wish to hear covered should be sent to /episode/index/show/watchyourmouth/id/17770172

Trailer 11/12/2020

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