Ensuring Safety Of Both Child & Mother Oral health is one of the important aspects of general health. Dental care in pregnancy (prenatal stage) is all the more important. Health experts often suggest a routine dental check-up as a part of your pregnancy (prenatal) care. Wondering about the relationship between oral health and pregnancy? At […]
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Why are primary teeth important? Baby teeth, also known as primary teeth, are often overlooked as parents may assume they are not as important as permanent teeth since they will eventually fall out. However, baby teeth play a crucial role in a child’s oral health and development as per paediatric dentists in Melbourne. First and […]
READ MOREDiabetes and oral health connection
How can Diabetes Affect Your Oral Health? There is no denying that a healthy mouth is crucial for every individual. However, keeping your mouth healthy with high blood sugar becomes more challenging. Diabetes is a disease that can impact your whole body — even your mouth. People suffering from diabetes have a higher risk of […]
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Bad Breath — Get Rid of Your Concerns! Though embarrassing, morning breath is quite normal. While sleeping, the natural microorganisms in your mouth are happily feasting, reproducing, living, and ultimately dying. Living in the crevices of your gums, these bacteria break down natural substances like saliva, food debris, cells, and blood. They release volatile sulphur […]
READ MOREShould I wear a night guard?
Dental Night Guards — A Preventative Care for Your Tooth Many reasons might contribute to your troubled sleep at night, and your teeth are one of them. If you wake up with jaw pain or headaches, despite a restful sleep, chances are that you have been grinding your teeth in your sleep. Teeth clenching or […]
READ MOREHow Does Teeth Whitening Work?
Why are Teeth Whitening Procedures Popular? White teeth significantly contribute to your facial appearance and pleasant personality. However, your diet (tea, coffee etc.) and lifestyle choices (like smoking ) often result in teeth staining. The build-up of surface stains darkens your teeth, hiding their natural colour or discolouring the tooth itself. A set of shining […]
READ MOREAre Mouthwashes Really Effective?
Mouthwash and Preventative Oral Care A regular oral care routine is necessary to maintain our dental health. Brushing and flossing our teeth twice a day and using mouthwash is usually considered healthy habit. Why do People Use Mouthwash? People who brush their teeth twice a day and floss daily usually do not need to use […]
READ MOREFluoride – Myths and Facts
Fluoride is a naturally-occurring chemical substance that can be found in many foods and drinks. As natural tooth enamel can be weakened by acidic foods, using fluoride toothpaste and in some instances using fluoride supplements (where the water supply doesn’t have added fluoride) can help prevent dental cavities. Just like many other essential nutrients, fluoride […]
READ MOREIs It Painful to Get Dental Implants?
The thought of going through a surgical procedure is enough to send us into panic mode, particularly when it’s about our teeth. Since dental implants require (minor) surgery, it is easy to understand why many people are averse to the procedure and anticipate the pain it can cause. Are Dental Implants Painful? One of the […]
READ MOREHow To Choose A Correct Tooth Brush?
“Brush your teeth twice a day” – This is one statement that we have been hearing since we were kids. However, as another old adage says “a workman is only as good as his tools” – it becomes important to choose the right toothbrush to ensure an excellent oral health regime. With markets saturated with […]
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