Having a white and shiny smile can be great for boosting confidence, as well as being an important asset to your overall health. Top Tips for taking Good Care of your Teeth: Make regular trips to your dentist. It is recommended that you visit twice a year, though experts advise that more frequent trips to … Read more
UK consumers have been warned that choosing cheap tea from supermarkets might save them money in the short-term, but drinking excessive amounts of this kind of tea might be bad for their teeth, the NHS Choices website said. According to a new study, cheaper tea brands, especially economy ‘own-brand’ supermarket tea, contain higher levels of … Read more
Stem cells from human urine have been successfully used to grow out rudimentary teeth, suggesting that if the technique is developed, it could present scientists with a solution to replace lost teeth, the BBC reported. The research was carried out by a team of Chinese academics and engineers at the Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and … Read more
Many people use mouthwash after flossing their teeth, in addition to the standard twice-daily brushing. Yet a lot of people believe that the sole benefit of mouthwash is to fight bad breath. You may be surprised to learn that alongside its refreshing properties, mouthwash helps you maintain impeccable oral hygiene. This reduces the risk of … Read more
A team of researchers at Queen Mary University of London, have invented tiny marbles that, when placed within toothpaste, can help stop tooth decay and relieve the problem of sensitive teeth by strengthening the tooth enamel. Bioglass Repairs Tooth Enamel These small balls are made from calcium phosphate glass, which is biodegradable. When teeth are … Read more
For years, lasers have revolutionised the medical industry and now laser dentistry procedures are taking off. However, anytime new technologies are introduced, people naturally will have questions. Here is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs). What is a laser? Lasers are beams of light that are a single wavelength and colour. Laser is … Read more
A new study in the Journal of the American Geriatric’s Society has suggested a connection between good oral health and achieving a longer life. The research found that centenarians – and their offspring – had better oral health than their birth cohorts who did not reach their 100th birthday. In fact, just under half (46%) … Read more
You can take steps to reduce the risk for cavities before your infant’s first tooth emerges! Cavities occur when decay-causing bacteria living in the mouth digest carbohydrates (sugars) introduced into the mouth via food and beverages. This produces acid, which can eat through the protective enamel surface of teeth and attack the more vulnerable dentin … Read more
Osteoporosis is becoming an increasingly serious problem for many Western countries as populations continue to age. The condition affects the bones, making them weaker and more susceptible to trauma and fractures. As well as this, osteoporosis has a direct link with oral and dental health. Studies show that people with osteoporosis are more likely to … Read more
The benefits of taking good care of your teeth and gums relate to your overall health. Good oral hygiene goes beyond maintaining fresh breath and white teeth. Failing to take proper care of them can have an adverse effect on your health, as gum disease and tooth decay have been linked to heart disease and … Read more