When children reach the age of six or seven, they begin to look forward to visits from the tooth fairy, who – as rumour has it – dispenses coins in exchange for lost teeth. At this age, they lose their baby milk teeth or primary teeth, which should fall out without too much meddling. The […]
It is very important that you remember to brush your teeth and floss daily, as this helps prevent gum disease. Gum disease has been proven to lead to some serious life-threatening diseases – so be vigilant and pedantic when it comes to your oral health. Gum disease progresses virtually unnoticeable. If you don’t floss at […]
When you improve your teeth, you improve your smile and confidence. And a little bit of confidence goes a long way toward reaching your goals and aspirations. The number one way to keep teeth bright, healthy and good looking is by brushing and flossing every day, right? Yes, and there’s more to it than that. […]
Most people on a dental insurance plan ensure that they schedule a dental check-up and cleaning every six months, which are as important as going for regular physical examinations. Oral health can affect the functions of other body systems. Frequent mouth infections and gum disease could mean diabetes, or it can lead to heart disease. […]
During steaming summer days, nothing brings relief quite like popping open a can of your favourite soft drink and taking that first ice-cold sip and holding the sweet elixir in your mouth for a few seconds. Bliss and satiation spring to mind as thirst and heat are quenched by the sweet, soft drink flowing through […]
It is the season to be jolly, and for many of us, this means that we will indulge in mostly sugary treats. Eating and drinking loads of sticky, sweet snacks do not only affect our weight and overall health, but it can cause damage to teeth – irreparable damage if we aren’t careful! It is […]
There are many medical conditions that can destroy the mouth and the most devastating of the group is arguably oral cancer. Oral cancer, or mouth cancer, is one of several types of cancers grouped in a category called head and neck cancers. Mouth cancer and other head and neck cancers are often treated similarly, Mayo […]
Dry mouth is not only uncomfortable but can also be a sign of the state of your general oral health. Luckily, it may be treated with small lifestyle changes and seldom requires medical treatment. Causes of dry mouth at night The most common cause of dry mouth is the slow or low production of saliva, […]
Every year, billions are spent on teeth whitening products, whether it is professionally done or at-home whitening products. The product choice is so vast that unfortunately many of these products have unsafe, possibly lethal chemical bleach as an ingredient. Fortunately, there are teeth whitening options available that are both natural and safe to use. You […]
Participating in high-impact competitive sports puts athletes at increased risk of facial injury. It isn’t uncommon to see an athlete with missing teeth. All sportspeople must be equipped with the proper protective headgear (and other measures) before they engage in games and tournaments. Without these precautions, the injuries they sustain could be devastating. Although injuries […]
