Taking care of our teeth is a lifelong endeavour. Tooth decay can happen at any time for loads of reasons – one bein having a plaque with bacteria that feed on the sugar added to your diet. As a result, cavities form, allowing acid from metabolising sugar to dissolve your tooth structure. Some foods contribute […]
Dental hygiene is essential! As soon as your child’s first teeth appear, teach them how to take care of their teeth and gums. You don’t want your child to experience the difficulty of cavities and other gum diseases. Teaching your kids how to brush their own teeth is not an easy task for some parents, […]
Diet drinks and dental health, do they go together? The short answer is no. The long answer is also no. The low-calorie alternatives to iconic fizzy, sugar-laden drinks were created for those struggling to lose weight – but who do not want to give up their favourite fizz. According to Northern Trails, Dental Care calorie-obsessed […]
Bright orange-yellow with a peppery, spicy flavour, turmeric is a critical ingredient in curries and yellow, savoury rice. The question is; can turmeric, with its intense colour, actually whiten teeth or does long-term use of the spice stain your teeth instead? Recently turmeric has gained traction as a natural health super supplement with benefits for […]
Besides seeing your dentist for a dental check-up twice a year, there are other reasons to make dental appointments. A routine teeth cleaning is common, but pre-empting possible issues could decrease and even prevent dental problems. According to the Dentist of Keller, dental appointments aren’t prioritised, and not many people make it a habit to visit […]
The New Year is a few days away, and what better way to start it than with a revitalised smile and tips on how to maintain that goal? Of course, your resolutions can include many self-care options, such as exercising more or taking on a new hobby, but where’s the harm in doing something special […]
Teeth whitening is a very popular cosmetic procedure – so popular, in fact, that around 90% of patients have either had it done, or inquired about it. The procedure is best undertaken by a dentist, or by a dental hygienist under guidance from a dentist. Self-bleaching or home kits can be dangerous. Using a bleaching […]
Toothache and teeth loss are serious indicators of illness and deeper health issues. The condition of your teeth and gums can tell you loads about your body, your organs and your general health – so be sure to pay close attention to your mouth. Oral diseases afflict more people in the world than any other […]
Stress, anxiety or sleep disruption are all conditions that lead to teeth grinding and jaw clenching during sleep or while awake. Most people aren’t aware that they have nocturnal or awake bruxism, which is what the condition is known as, says the NHS. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching have loads of causes. Besides stress, anxiety or […]
We have to brush our teeth every day – twice a day. But, we all know that sometimes we skip out on that second round of scrubbing the pearly whites. Either we are too tired or aren’t quite sure if we are done eating for the day. But, dentists all agree that cleaning your mouth […]
