Do you have bleeding gums? It might be because of something simple, or it could be a sign of a health condition Common Causes You may have bleeding gums if you: Have gingivitis, a disease that causes inflammation of the gums Brush too hard or your toothbrush isn’t soft enough Just started a flossing routine […]
Regular dental visits are crucial to prevent and detect oral diseases. – Pearly Whites However, the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019 found that only one in 10 adults utilized oral healthcare in the last 12 months. The study, conducted with 11,674 adults in Malaysia, also found that 65.6% of them visited the dentist more […]
Cavities (also known as caries or tooth decay) are one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood in the United States. Left untreated can cause pain and infections that may lead to problems with eating, speaking, playing, and learning. Children who have poor oral health often miss more school and receive lower grades than […]
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, which has an impact on […]
Dental tips to parents of children with special health care needs. The texture of a toothbrush’s bristles can be enough to make dental hygiene an uncomfortable undertaking for children with special health care needs. And because children with autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other conditions are sometimes more likely to develop habits […]
You don’t need to fear your next appointment. According to the Oral Health Foundation, around half of adults have anxiety or a phobia of going to the dentist. But most patients who make it into the chair find that it’s nowhere near as bad as they feared – and with the right dental team it […]
Know the common mistakes parents make with their kids’ dental health. Poor oral hygiene and eating a diet high on sugar and the food items that stick to the teeth for long can play a havoc with your child’s dental health. Apart from picking the right food like vegetables and fruits and which is high […]
Flossing is pretty vital for your oral health. – Water Flossing For some, it comes naturally and is an integral part of a daily routine. For others, it’s not that easy. I would say I fall somewhere in the middle. Sometimes I run out of floss and forget about it for a minute, or I […]
When it comes to common adages, it’s hard to know what to trust and what to neglect. – Overall Health Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Do you need to visit a chiropractor every year if you work a desk job, even if you feel no pain? Or is that a […]
How many of you like going to the dentist? – Fear of the Dentist How many would rather wait until the pain is unbearable before seeking treatment? Dentophobia (a fear of the dentist), it turns out, is one of the most common phobias in the world! I recently walked around my clinic (a dental clinic!) […]