Night guards are plastic mouthpieces that are designed to fit your teeth and jaw naturally. They are used to protect your teeth from destructive grinding and jaw clenching. Usually, they are worn at night while sleeping to stop any unconscious jaw clenching and teeth grinding. They are mostly made latex and BPA-free, therefore, this means…
General Dentistry
Calming Your Nerves before Going to the Dentist
Going to the dentist can be very provoking to some people that visiting the dentist for routine check-ups can never cross their minds. Surveys estimate that over 20% of the people in the world are terrorized at the thought of visiting the dentist. The process of receiving any kind of dental treatment can cause so…
Do Genetic Factors Influence Oral Health?
Dentists will advise you that practicing good dental hygiene is important to help you keep your teeth healthy and strong. Brushing your teeth regularly, drinking fluorinated water, eating a balanced diet and cleaning between your teeth will help you prevent tooth loss, gum disease, and tooth decay. However, it is important to know that there…
The Most Common Dental Issues Experienced by Seniors Today
There is an old saying about your eyes being the window to your soul. However, recently, dental and medical research proves that your mouth truly is the window into your general body health. Taking care of your loved one’s health does not only entail keeping an eye on their physical capabilities as well as nutritional…
12 Alarming Signs That Indicate You Need to Visit the Dentist Immediately
Even when we have a feeling that everything is not alright with our teeth, we are not always convinced that it warrants a quick visit to the dentist. Instead, we think that it is okay to sit and wait till the next scheduled appointment and hope that the issue will go away over time. Unfortunately,…
7 Things to Consider When Choosing a Dentist
Choosing a dentist, especially in the current digital age can be such a doubting and intimidating task. It can be an uphill task to find a dentist who truly has your interest at heart. Therefore, it is important you take your time and find a qualified dentist that you can trust. Here are 7 things…
Malocclusion – Causes and Treatment
A majority of people have never heard the term malocclusion- that is unless they have ever had a dentist correct a misaligned jawbone on them. However, most people know someone who has a certain degree of malocclusion. It may be a friend, nephew, niece or just a child. Statistics have it that at least two…
Tooth Enamel Erosion-Causes, Prevention and Treatment
Tooth enamel is the layer on the outer surface of your teeth that offers protection against physical and chemical damage. Tooth enamel is tough. Actually, it is considered as the toughest and hardest mineral substance in your body-even harder than bone. Its primary function is to protect your teeth against the numerous chemicals they get…
Surprising Things Your Tongue Can Tell You About Your Health
The tongue is one of the most powerful organs in the body. However, a majority of people tend to ignore it. The tongue can reveal a lot of surprising secrets about your health. From autoimmune diseases, diabetes, anaemia, to food allergies. It can reveal if your health is improving or deteriorating. Here are some of…

