Did you know dentists are trained to spot more than just cavities? The Reader’s Digest listed seven dental problems that may signal a health issue happening elsewhere in the body. For example, a dentist may be able to detect that a patient has diabetes. “Red, swollen gums that may bleed are the hallmarks of periodontal
read moreWith the colder weather approaching us I thought that tooth sensitivity would be an appropriate topic If your teeth hurt when you eat ice-cream, drink hot beverages, or eat sour foods or citrus, you may have ‘sensitive teeth’. Sensitivity can be every now and again or frequent, and the level of discomfort experienced can vary,
read moreMouthwash can be used to help with a lot of oral hygiene issues such as: – Freshen breath – Reduce dental plaque – Prevent tooth decay – Help control gingivitis. The main thing to remember about mouthwash, like any other form of oral hygiene product, is that you have to use the right
read moreMost of us know sugar is bad for teeth because it feeds bacteria that cause tooth decay. But fewer are aware that equally as damaging for teeth is acid, and that repeated exposure to high levels of acid can cause tooth erosion. Unlike dental decay, tooth erosion is not a disease and it’s not caused
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