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Tongue brushing may not currently be part of your current dental routine, but there are many reasons why you might want to consider it next time you brush. Tongues and dental bacteria The bacteria in your mouth may love to sit on your teeth and eat through your protective enamel, but the majority of bacteria […]

Chewing gum is an unusual food because it does not contribute any nutritional value and hardly contains any calories – however, sugar-free gum does have oral health benefits. Many people assume that chewing gum is bad for your health, but sugar free chewing gum is actually endorsed by many dentists due to it helping to […]

When it comes to our general health there are many factors that can have an impact – and that of course includes dental hygiene and regular visits to your dentist. That’s why it’s important to consider all aspects of your lifestyle to ensure you are able to live as healthy and fulfilling a life as possible. To […]

Flossing and interdental brushing form part of a good oral hygiene routine. Your dentist can offer advice about when is best to use floss or interdental brushes as well as the most appropriate technique. Where braces or restorations are present, an interdental brush might be more suitable than floss. The difference between floss and interdental […]

There have been several discussions about sugar’s impact on the nation’s health, but the dangers of sugar consumption are not new. Dentists have been warning about the implications of high sugar diets for many years. Sugar is detrimental to oral health because it causes the bacteria in the mouth to release plaque acids, which erode […]

When it comes to oral health, your diet has a major role to play. Some foods spell bad news for your teeth, while others can help to keep your teeth strong and healthy. Foods to avoid Unfortunately, many of the foods we love are bad for the teeth. Most treats, such as biscuits, cakes, sweets […]

Most of us are aware that brushing our teeth leads to shiny, smooth teeth and healthy gums, but did you know that good oral hygiene can also help to reduce your risk of a host of serious illnesses, including heart disease? The link between oral health and heart disease Research suggests that people who neglect […]

Although we fit oral care into busy lifestyles and routine, looking after our oral health may be made more pleasurable through the techniques we use, our knowledge of dental care, and products of preferences. Effective oral hygiene hinges on our motivation to practice oral care, the time we set aside to brush and floss, and […]