Healthy Gums, Healthy Body The saying goes ‘the mouth is the window to the body’ and when we’re talking about taking care of our teeth, this couldn’t be truer. What it can do for our confidence, our career and relationships but we have yet to talk about the effects of poor oral health. So what […]
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What symptoms accompany a toothache? Because the symptoms of a toothache may resemble other medical conditions or dental problems, it can be difficult to diagnose the cause without a complete evaluation by your dentist. If you notice pus near the source of the pain, your tooth may have become abscessed, causing the surrounding bone to […]
Plaque a daily growing disaster Plaque is a film of bacteria that forms on your teeth and gums after eating foods that produce acids. These foods may include carbohydrates and sugars, such as candy and cookies, and starchy foods such as bread, crackers, and cereal. Tooth decay leads to cavities and occurs when plaque remains […]
Lacerations and Cuts : should be cared Any kind of cut to your face and the delicate soft tissues inside your mouth should be addressed immediately in order to prevent further tissue damage and infection. If a traumatic injury involves a broken facial bone such as the jaw, nose, chin or cheek, maxillofacial surgery may […]
Jaw Disorders which makes you feel the heavy pain People who grind their teeth can sometimes develop a serious problem with their jaw, which left untreated, can adversely affect the teeth, gums and bone structures of the mouth. One of the most common jaw disorders is related to a problem with the temporomandibular joint, the […]
Wisdom Teeth the 3rd molar Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that erupt in the back corners of the upper and lower normal adult mouth. Unfortunately, most people experience problems from wisdom teeth; in most cases, this is because the teeth erupt too close to existing permanent teeth, causing crowding, improper […]
Are smokeless tobacco products are safe? No. Like cigars and cigarettes, smokeless tobacco products (for example, snuff and chewing tobacco) contain at least 28 chemicals that have been shown to increase the risk of oral cancer and cancer of the throat and oesophagus. In fact, chewing tobacco contains higher levels of nicotine than cigarettes, making it harder to give-up than cigarettes. And one tin of […]
Smoking and oral health Smoking isn’t just bad for the lungs and the heart, it is bad for the teeth, gums and dental health too. Smoking can cause stained yellow or brown teeth, bad breath, gum disease, loss of teeth and mouth cancer. Tobacco use is estimated to cause more than 90% of oral cancers. Smoking is thought to alter bacteria in dental plaque, making it more harmful. Other […]
Gum Disease: The Gingivitis Gingivitis is the medical term for early gum disease, or periodontal disease. In general, gum disease can be caused by long-term exposure to plaque, the sticky but colourless film on teeth that forms after eating or sleeping. Gum disease originates in the gums, where infections form from harmful bacteria and other […]
Fluoride and the dental care Fluorosis: A chronic condition caused by excessive intake of fluorine compounds This comes under the sector of mottling of the teeth to calcification of the ligaments. It is a condition in which your body has been exposed to too much fluoride. In normal doses fluoride is a healthy compound that […]