Tooth decay, also known as dental caries or cavities, is a common oral health problem caused by bacteria that produce acid from food particles and plaque on the teeth. It is essentially the destruction of the tooth structure caused by acids that gradually eat away the enamel (outer protective layer) […]
If you have diabetes, it is recommended that you see your dentist regularly. People with diabetes are at a higher risk of experiencing oral health problems such as gum disease, dry mouth, cavities, and thrush. The risk of these things may be greater in people with diabetes because of changes […]
Gum disease can sneak up on you if you don’t know what to look for. It starts out in a mild form called gingivitis, which rarely causes pain, so you’ll probably see the signs before you feel anything unusual. You might notice red, swollen gums or bleeding after you brush […]
We all have that friend who takes meticulous care of their teeth, consistently flossing and brushing after every snack and meal. But as it turns out, over-brushing your teeth isn’t good for your dental health. Brushing your teeth too much can wear down your enamel and cause receding gums, Tasios […]
Alcohol is often included in many social activities, but we all know the effects of too much alcohol in one night. The headache, grogginess, and nausea are probably enough to make you give up alcohol for a short time (and perhaps even prevent you from drinking in excess again). After […]
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 […]
I used to rinse after brushing my teeth — and even went back over them with a wet toothbrush — to remove any remnants of toothpaste left in my mouth. But then I found out from a dentist’s TikTok video that doing this isn’t the most effective method. Why you […]
Lemon spoils your teeth because the enclosed acids attack the hard surface of the tooth enamel, corroding it. This process is called acid erosion and is one of the major reasons for dental sensitivity. If you really can’t do without lemon, you must be careful to drink it through the […]
Brush your teeth is something we all should do twice every single day. Or least should be doing. But, according to experts, many of us have actually been doing it completely wrong. With more people than ever skipping their routine dental checkups over the past few years due to COVID, it […]
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 […]