Sep 09 2011
There’s a straightforward question – which toothpastes are the best? The answer, all and none. Confused? You’re meant to be. In a way, that’s what toothpaste makers want as well. Don’t get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with toothpastes, and many of them do offer added benefits, however, you can brush your teeth with [...]
Sep 04 2011
Do you practice good dental hygiene techniques? Many of us do, however, there are just as many who don’t, and what they don’t realize is that they often broadcast this fact to others. Yes, others can easily tell whether or not you practice good oral hygiene, and if you don’t, it can put people off [...]
Aug 21 2011
While brushing your teeth regularly is an important part of your oral hygiene program, simple changes to your eating habits can also be of significant benefit. We all know that sugar is bad for our teeth, yet we continue to consume it in increasing quantities each year. At the same time, we are reducing the [...]
Aug 11 2011
Smoking is an addiction that many people find difficult, if not impossible, to give up. Unfortunately, no matter how much work you put into looking after your teeth, if you are a smoker, chances are you are going to have serious dental problems later in life. That doesn’t mean you should give up on your [...]
Jul 06 2011
We humans are a strange lot. We think nothing about forking out billions of dollars annually (collectively) for products like mouthwashes, breath mints and other solutions for bad breath. The problem is, the solution is at hand and is a fraction of the cost.
I know there are certain foods and medical conditions that cause bad [...]
Jun 09 2011
Have you ever had a date where everything seems to be going really well. You’re compatible, you both laugh at the same things, everything about the relationship appears to be perfect. At the end of the evening, there’s the traditional first date kiss – and, oh my gosh, what is that smell?
Bad breath – [...]
May 27 2011
Most people are familiar with the term ‘tooth decay’, yet few really understand the processes involved. Like many situations in life, if you have an understanding of a process, you may be better armed to take defensive action against it. Oral hygiene is all about protecting your teeth from decay, and protecting your gums from [...]
May 23 2011
Popular belief has it that bad breath comes from bad teeth. It can, and it can also occur when there is serious periodontal (or gum) disease. However, the predominant cause of bad breath is your tongue. If you look closely at your tongue, it will most likely have a furry look, often white in appearance. [...]
May 04 2011
Whilst we normally discuss oral hygiene in reference to teeth and gums, it is remiss to consider those that wear dentures. It doesn’t matter if you have partial or full dentures, oral hygiene is still important. Brushing your dentures with a toothbrush is better than nothing, however, it should be remembered that most toothpastes are [...]
Apr 25 2011
Easter – it conjures up images of children with big happy smiles, all enhanced by the chocolate that spread from ear to ear. As a dental professional, it also conjured up images of dental decay in the months ahead. It doesn’t have to, of course, and we’d be the last to deny anyone the treats [...]