How Do Baby Teeth Grow? Your baby’s first teeth are celebrated as a milestone that signifies your baby is growing and will soon be able to eat solid food. Have you ever wondered what happens in the baby’s body when those little teeth are preparing to grow? The development of your baby’s primary teeth starts […]
Tartar is also known as dental calculus, and it’s common to experience it. Even those who are very conscious of oral hygiene will find some tartar in places that are hard to reach with a toothbrush. Tartar is hardened plaque, the sticky film we all have on our teeth from eating and drinking. Plaque forms […]
Cancer is a devastating disease that affects over one hundred thousand South Africans annually. Cancer can develop in any part of the body. A lesser-known type of cancer is lip cancer. However, it is one of the more common forms of oral cancer. The formation of malignant cells in the lip tissue causes lip cancer. […]
Having a cavity is notoriously painful. A cavity is a hole in your tooth enamel, which exposes the inner layers of the tooth, and in worse-case scenarios, exposes the nerve. The pain comes from the now sensitive area and can be triggered by temperatures, food getting in the hole and other stimuli. Cavities develop into […]
Canker sores, which are mouth sores, are painful red, white or yellow swollen lesions or oval-shaped ulcers. They usually last for around two weeks. They go through various stages of healing over the two weeks. These sores grow in the mouth’s soft tissue, including the tongue, gums and inner cheek. Canker sores are medically known […]
Good oral health and hygiene are essential for overall body health, so we’ve created a guide containing all the oral health tips you’ll need. Poor oral health habits have been linked to various diseases, including cardiovascular and stomach illnesses. Everyone should have a check-up at least twice a year, but between those visits, there are […]
Receding gums are painful and cause a lot of trouble for the sufferer. They can be identified by the gumline disappearing from below the lip line and the tooth being exposed nearer to the root. This leaves the root nerves vulnerable to temperatures and other irritants. Poor oral health detaches the gums, pulling them away […]
Root canals are common procedures, so it’s useful to know how to mentally prepare for a root canal. Going to the dentist is scary for most people. The idea of having someone drill into your teeth or gums is obviously daunting, but having oral procedures and checkups is necessary when taking care of your mouth […]
Wondering how to treat oral thrush in babies? We’ve put together a helpful guide for you. You have most likely seen a white coating on your baby’s tongue and wondered if it is a serious condition or run-of-the-mill growing pains. What you are seeing is called ‘thrush’ and can happen for loads of reasons. It […]
Most people who are scared of going to the dentist are afraid because they don’t know what happens at a dental check-up. Bi-annual check-ups are the recommendation by medical and dental experts. Some people need more visits and others less, depending on the condition of your teeth and gums and potential future risks. However, to […]
