9 Tips You Can Do Today to Stop Smoking
It is a common knowledge that smoking is dangerous to your health, most especially on your mouth, teeth and gums. And it is not only oral cancer that you have to think of. There are various oral conditions that can be caused by smoking such as mouth sores, gum disease and tooth decay. That is […]
5 Ways Stress Can Affect Your Oral Health
Did you know that your oral health can be affected by stress? Yes, a headache, a stomachache and apprehensions signifies stress. But there is more to it this. Stress can cause quite a bit of problems on your teeth, gums and mouth. Your overall oral health is being affected by stress! And the affects you […]
Fluoride: What are its benefits?
Fluoride is known to have beneficial effects for your teeth. Fluoride helps strengthen the enamel. It keeps it strong and protected from the toxic acids released by bacteria. To learn more, watch this video: If you have any questions about dental fluoride and its effects on your dental health , or if you would like to […]
dental- oral hygiene month-October is national dental/oral hygiene month!
This year’s National Dental Oral Hygiene Month, NDHM theme “It’s Simple. Healthy habits for a healthy smile,” promotes the idea that good oral hygiene habits are simple to establish and maintain, even for the person living an active lifestyle. “Brush, Floss, Rinse, Chew” reminds consumers that keeping a healthy mouth can have lasting effects, including helping prevent […]
Dry Mouth: A Complex Oral Problem
Your oral health is important in having a good disposition in life. You can get a lot of discomfort if you have one or more problems in your mouth. It can make you irritable and unfriendly. You can miss a lot of enjoyment and even important events if you don’t have a healthy mouth. Dry mouth […]
Danger Signs: Smoking and Oral Health
As adults, we all know that cigarette or tobacco smoking is hazardous to our body’s health. But do we really know how smoking and oral health come hand in hand? Nowadays, a lot of people, even the young ones, are captivated in smoking because of the lack of education of what the threats are. […]
Oral health linked to systemic diseases
Did you know that oral health can offer clues about your overall health? According to health experts, oral healthcare is much more than just maintaining that beautiful smile, as many serious diseases are associated with poor oral hygiene. Your mouth is home to millions of bacteria, most are harmless. Normally the body’s natural defenses and good oralhealth care can keep these bacteria […]
Can your dentist tell you if you have diabetes?
A new study by Columbia University’s College of Dental Medicine shows that periodontal or gum disease is an early indication of diabetes. Most people don’t think of their dentist when it comes to health problems that are not found in one’s mouth. But a dentist can actually be the first line of defense in reducing the risk […]
What Causes My Bad Breath?
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is breath that has an unpleasant odor. This odor can strike periodically or be persistent, depending on the cause. In many people, the millions of bacteria that live in the mouth (particularly on the back of the tongue) are the primary causes of bad breath. The mouth’s warm, moist […]