The reasons for dental pain can range from a seed stuck in a molar to a serious infection that needs surgery. So if you’re experiencing pain in a tooth, make …
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People are twice as likely to recall a face with straight rather than crooked teeth. Straight teeth improve your smile, which boosts your confidence and enhances your quality of life. …
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What are toothpaste tablets and why they might replace toothpastes?
by EDSby EDSToothpaste tablets, also referred to as “unpaste” by recent manufacturers have suddenly become the talk of the town. They are becoming more popular with environmentally aware consumers and those looking …
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Can brushing your tongue damage your taste buds – and how safe are tongue scrapers …
by EDSby EDSBrushing your tongue, which can be done using a tongue scraping tool, is becoming increasing popular in the west. If you incorporate brushing your tongue into your daily oral routine, …
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Water fluoridation not enough to shrink dental health inequalities, study finds
by EDSby EDSWater fluoridation provides a modest benefit for children’s teeth in an era of fluoride toothpastes, but does not shrink inequalities in dental health between rich and poor communities, research has …
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Achieving a sparkling smile takes time and effort. Here are some oral health tips for a healthy smile and teeth. Our teeth play a significant role in our lives – …
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The 5 layers of prevention: Helping patients fight dental disease by understanding their obstacles
by EDSby EDSUnderstanding how to approach different patients about their oral health and lifestyles will help guide them toward more health choices. When you hear the word prevention, what comes to mind? …
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All of us have tiny hair-like structures on our tongues. These are not the same as hairs on your head—even though they share similar properties. The cone-like hairs on your …
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Garlic and onions are two of my favorite foods — I have been known to eat roasted garlic cloves like candy — so it’s no surprise that I often find …
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Gums and teeth, the role of oral hygiene in the treatment of diabetes
by EDSby EDSPeople with diabetes have an increased risk of gum inflammation, which is related to increased blood sugar. And on the other hand, if the periodontium, that is the tissue surrounding …