Although we may not give as much attention to oral health as other aspects of physical health, taking care of your teeth through brushing and flossing properly is essential. Ignoring oral hygiene can lead to the development of periodontal disease, which can lead to major dental problems. How long can you keep your teeth […]
I often think of gums as the cuticles of your teeth. That’s because both of these things have a similar function: They seal off the tooth or nail and prevent bacteria from entering the body. The gums also protect all of the tissues beneath them, as well as the bones […]
Just brushing teeth every day is not enough for taking care of teeth and many additional efforts are required to be undertaken. Oral health regime is now considered a vast subject and multiple practices are now adhered to in this respect. Of course brushing teeth twice a day for two […]
You’re standing in the bathroom merrily brushing your teeth when you look in the mirror and notice that your mouth looks a little, well, redder than usual. Maybe your toothpaste is a bit pink when you spit in the sink, too. This is a sign that your gums bleed as […]
We all hear about the importance of taking care of our teeth every time we go to the dentist, and there’s a reason why. Aside from showing off your beautiful smile, teeth are essential for eating, speaking, and creating facial expressions during social interactions. A person’s teeth develop in phases […]
Many common diseases are not inherited as a single genetics defect but instead result from gene-environment interactions. No gene to date has been identified that has as large an impact on periodontal disease as do environmental influences, such as smoking or diabetes. Genetic Control of Periodontal Disease Periodontal disease, like […]
White teeth not only enhances the beauty of your smile but also boosts your self-esteem as you face the world. But unfortunately, most of us suffer from multiple dental disorders, such as discolored yellow teeth, bleeding gums, cavities, toothache, and so on, due to our unhealthy dental habits and ageing, […]
Only a handful of self-administered interventions provide additional protection against gingivitis and periodontitis – Dental Care At the moment, all other dental care interventions are only supported by insufficient evidence, says Frank Scannapieco, DMD, PhD, principal investigator and chair and professor of oral biology in the UB School of Dental […]
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, may be caused by a number of factors. We all know that pungent foods such as onions or garlic can cause less-than-fresh breath, but dry mouth, periodontal disease and tobacco use can also contribute. Bad breath can also be caused by bacteria that feed […]
We’ve all been told that smoking is bad for our overall health. But did you know that it’s also bad for your dental health? It’s safe to say that not many smokers realize the risks to their teeth that smoking can cause. So, give yourself a pat on the back […]