by Dr Linda Chen | Mar 2, 2023 | Gum Disease, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Oral Health Men, Oral Health Tips & Facts, Oral Health Women, Oral Hygiene Care, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
In a recent study, published by researchers from King’s College London, new data has revealed there is a significant link between obesity and tooth erosion. What is tooth erosion? Tooth erosion, or tooth wear, is a common oral condition in which the surfaces of your...
by | Mar 2, 2023 | Dental News & Research, Oral Safety & First Aid, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
During the pandemic so far, the amount Australians have been drinking on-premises has dropped to moderate levels. That’s because a lot of bars, clubs, pubs, restaurants, venues and festivals have had to close during COVID-19. As a result, licensed liquor outlets all...
by | Mar 2, 2023 | Dental Treatment, Gum Disease, Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health, Oral Health Education, Oral Hygiene Care, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Why do my gums bleed when flossing? Everybody knows the benefits of flossing and interdental cleaning. The regular practice of these oral care and hygiene habits can help ensure that the gum line and hard-to-reach areas between your teeth are free from plaque. Keeping...
by | Feb 28, 2023 | Oral Health, Oral Health Education, Oral Health Tips & Facts, Oral Hygiene Care, Prevention
For most people, brushing teeth twice daily is a chore but as everyone knows, this oral care habit is one of the most essential ways we can safeguard our teeth. Equally important is what you put on your toothbrush – toothpaste. The toothpaste you decide to use on a...
by | Feb 28, 2023 | Gum Disease, Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health, Oral Health Education, Oral Health Tips & Facts, Oral Hygiene Care, Prevention
Saliva plays an essential role in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. If you experience reduced saliva flow and long term dryness of the mouth, you are at higher risk of oral health issues, including decay, cavities and oral infection. Saliva has two main functions in...
