Unlearning What You’ve Learned You may not realize it, but what your parents may have told you about oral health may just be myths. You might want to check it out because with all the technology of this era, they don’t hold true any more. Let’s look at some of them here. Dental Care Misconception […]
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Dentist’s Tips to Resolve Tooth Sensitivity When you’ve just had a dental filling, it may be possible to experience tooth sensitivity. While that’s a normal, post-filling sensitivity, a dentist may recommend some relief tips to make the sensitivity bearable. For example, your dentist may prescribe the use of a desensitizing toothpaste. Desensitizing toothpaste contain an […]
Preventive Ways for Tooth Decay There are many ways to prevent cavity-formation, but they require discipline. It can be overwhelming, but a comprehensive oral hygiene routine is what it takes to keep cavities and decay at bay. Once it becomes a habit, it becomes a part of you and should be a breeze. Here are […]
What’s Going On When There’s Sensitivity? Dental fillings are one of the safest and most effective options for treating cavities or dental decay. However, some patients might experience discomfort or tooth sensitivity afterwards. In most cases that is normal and the sensitivity resolves in a few days. You must inform your dentist if there is […]
Is Sparkling Water Better than Regular Water? Sparkling water is just the craze today. Everybody seems to love sparkling water, perhaps convinced that it is better than ordinary water, which is somewhat acidic. What does the American Dental Association, or the ADA, have to say about that? Some dentists say sparkling water, per se, should […]
Dry Mouth: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Tips When there’s persistent lack of saliva in the mouth, it’s a condition called ‘xerostomia’ or ‘dry mouth’. If individuals do not have enough saliva they are unable to keep their mouths hydrated, leading to an environment that is prone to many oral issues. Dry mouth is more prevalent […]
Understanding Gingivitis You could regard gingivitis as a non-destructive form of gum disease, but if it doesn’t get treated, it can turn into to its destructive type – periodontitis. If you’re noticing red and puffy gums that bleed easily when you brush your teeth or are painful to touch, you may have gingivitis. Many people […]
Eating Behaviors Can be Good or Bad When talking about children’s dental health, parents have a huge role in guiding their child towards proper hygiene routine and eating habits. It has been proved that what children eat is a determinant of their state of health. The types of food and drinks they take, how often […]
