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Podiatry Appointment Preparation Tips

Hello, I’m Joanne, and I work as a receptionist for a podiatry clinic. I’m the person you generally talk to first when you call to make an appointment or come for your first meeting with a podiatrist. In my experience, a lot of people take longer to get up and running with podiatry treatment because they don’t know how to prepare for their first consultation. There are things you can bring with you and things you should be prepared to talk about that can help your podiatrist make a diagnosis more quickly. I started this site to outline some of the dos and don’ts about preparing for your first visit – hope it helps speed up your diagnosis!

Think Your Child Needs Braces? Here's What You Need to Know

Posted on September 16, 2014

Dental braces are often recommended to correct the alignment of a child's teeth. However, braces aren't merely for attaining a perfectly straight smile. They can support the crown of a tooth, relieve jaw pain, improve speech development, enhance the ability to chew and improve oral hygiene. Signs to Look Out For Here are a few general signs that indicate your child may require braces: Difficulty chewing Crowded or misplaced teeth Jaw clicking or pain Early loss of baby teeth 5 Common Reasons Children Require Braces [Read More]

Children With Sleep Apnoea - Three Things Every Mother Should Know

Posted on June 30, 2014

Does your child seem more tired than normal? When you check on them at night are they snoring quite loudly? It is probable that your child is suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA.) As a mum, it is important that you know about this dangerous condition, so here are three of the most important questions answered. What Is Sleep Apnoea? Sleep apnoea can show itself in a number of different ways in your child. [Read More]