Best Food for a Better Oral Hygiene
Best Food for a Better Oral Hygiene The mouth is one of the parts of the body which more often than not taken for granted. This is probably the worst decision one could make because this is one part of the body from which different bacteria may grow and may emerge from. Oral hygiene should […]
Kid First Dental Appointment
Are you planning to book a dentist appointment for your toddler for the first time? If yes, have you searched the dentist who fits your requirements? Simple tasks like making an appointment to visit the dentist are actually daunting. There are many things that should be taken into consideration because kids could be very picky, […]
Fixing Bad Breath
Fixing Bad Breath Good oral health is a state of being free from the mouth, facial, oral and throat pain. To enjoy a healthy oral state, extra care must be done to prevent oral diseases such as oral infection and sores, periodontal (gum) disease, tooth decay, tooth loss, and even bad breath. These disorders limit […]
Cost Keeps Many Americans from Good Dental Care
Most Americans today tend to minimize their expenses on having dental cares and check-ups. Even if there are insurances out there and government help, it still can’t change the fact that Americans can’t afford to go to the dentist anymore. Reasons Insurance- Research shows that almost half of the American people don’t have dental insurances. […]
Dental Plaque Linked To Cancer Risk
Dental Plaque Linked To Cancer Risk Many people would think that dental health is isolated only in the mouth and this does not have any risk for other parts of the body. But it was found out that dental plaque was linked to possible risk of cancer. In order to get rid of this plaque […]
Different Type of Toothbrush Bristles
The most sophisticated type of toothbrush bristle in 1498 was invented in China. It was made of stiff hairs from a boar’s neck attached to a bone or bamboo that served as a handle. Boar bristles were used until 1938 because during that time nylon was already invented by Du Pont. More than ten years […]
Dental Filling Options for Cavities
“Cavity” literally means space. Therefore tooth cavity is a hole drilled into your teeth by the mouth-dwelling bacteria you have that throve very well because of your binging on sweets and inadequate oral hygiene practice afterward. The painful result is called tooth decay which causes discomfort to the patient. That’s why it highly encourages to […]
Are You Brushing Your Teeth the Wrong Way?
You already know that brushing is an important part of caring for your teeth and gums. What you may not know is that you could be harming your teeth and gums by brushing improperly. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing with a soft-bristled brush for two minutes, at a forty-five-degree angle, at least twice […]
Dental Care Safe for Pregnant Women
“A tooth for every child.” This is a common bit of folk wisdom that actually holds a lot of truth. Before the advent of modern dentistry, it was common for a woman to lose a tooth for each child she bore. This is because, during pregnancy, certain changes take place in a woman’s body that […]
Choosing a Mouth Rinse That’s Right for You
One of the most important parts of practicing good oral hygiene is the daily use of a mouth rinse. However, between the anti-plaque, whitening and anti-gingivitis options available on the shelves, the options to choose from can be confusing. All mouth rinses are not the same and deciding on the best one for you depends […]
