Tag: Teeth

Brushing teeth is an important part of dental hygiene. A regular routine for teeth care is necessary for maintaining good dental health. Normally dentists recommend that you brush your teeth twice a day. The duration of brushing should last two minutes and the toothpaste you use should contain fluoride. However, this does not answer a

Bleeding gums not only indicate dental diseases but could also suggest serious medical concerns. Though it is one of the most common dental conditions, professional treatment should be sought if it is noticed. Skip to Why are bleeding gums important? Which medical conditions may cause bleeding gums? Bleeding gums due to HIV infection Anemia-related bleeding

The coronavirus pandemic is changing the way we access health care, and dental care is no exception. Dentists are no longer allowed to provide a raft of care, such as regular check-ups and tooth whitening, to minimise the spread of COVID-19. However, if you’re in a lot of pain, your dentist will be able to

Brushing teeth frequently is linked with lower risks of atrial fibrillation and heart failure, according to a study published today in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). Previous research suggests that poor oral hygiene leads to bacteria in the blood, causing inflammation in the body. Inflammation

Children ‘will be taught how to clean their teeth at SCHOOL’: Teachers could hand out brushes and toothpaste to pupils amid fears parents don’t supervise properly at home Dentists pull out rotten teeth from 1,000 under six-year-olds a month in the UK  Officials claim some parents may be unable to afford toothbrushes or paste   Health

Adhesive from the auto industry allows for better dental fillings Recently, a new plant was presented in substance to the tooth filling to double the lifespan of seals in the teeth. A special adhesive from the auto industry, for example, used to make bumpers harder. An American research team at the Oregon Health & Science

Tooth growth from the nose A 59-year-old Dane suffered from a clogged nose. At first Doctors suspected a Tumor. But then it turned out: a Tooth had grown into the nose. Strange mass in the nasal cavity The science magazine “The MMJ” writes. A Dane suffered from a milky discharge from one nostril, his sense

Anna Tew said her efforts to remove the fake teeth went on until around 2 a.m. (WKRG) An Alabama woman’s $3 finishing touch to her zombie Halloween costume landed her a terrifying trip to the dentist after her fake vampire fangs wouldn’t detach from her actual chompers. Anna Tew, of Mobile County, claims she used

Does tooth decay in baby teeth really matter? When should kids start brushing? What’s the best braces options? Orthodontist Dr Schwartz answers your biting questions. Tooth brushing routine Start cleaning your baby’s teeth as soon as the first tooth appears using a wet cloth or a small children’s toothbrush with water. From toddler-hood, encourage littlies

To coincide with Dental Health Week kicking off August 6, Dr Peter Chuang from the Australian Dental Association Oral Health Committee shares his insights about the drinks that are secretly ruining your teeth. For the most part, the old adage still stands: you are what you eat. In this day and age, with all the information

 A study by Kelton Research, an independent research firm, found that your smile might just contribute to securing a dream job. Results have shown applicants are 58 per cent more likely to get a job offer and 53 per cent more likely to be offered an increased salary if their teeth are white. The takeaway? A

Feel like no matter how often you brush your teeth, they still look anything but white? While you know that coffee, soft drinks, berries, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and red wine (*sob*) will all change the color of your chompers, they aren’t the only culprits. Here are nine sneaky teeth-stainers: 1. Lemonade While it may

As if being pregnant weren’t stressful enough, with restrictions on what you can eat, morning sickness and of course the thought of pushing a human being out of you – there’s now the added worry of tooth damage. An old wives tale states that during pregnancy you ‘gain a child but lose a tooth’. While