New Ideas in Oral Health Care

Posted on: 19 May 2016

There is so much to consider during pregnancy. One of those is maintaining your dental health. You are more at risk of gum disease and plaque build-up during this time. Do you really need to see a periodontist in pregnancy? Here are four reasons to keep your dental checks up to date. The Experts Recommend It Experts who have carried out research into various health problems have found that women are best keeping on top of their dental health during pregnancy.
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Posted on: 19 May 2016

If your latest visit to the dentist revealed that you have gum disease, it's highly likely that you will need to undergo dental scaling and root planing. This might sound like an odd procedure, even after your dentist explains it to you, but it can help reverse gum disease and is entirely pain-free. Here's a quick overview of everything you need to know. What Is Scaling and Root Planing? Scaling and root planing are two separate yet closely related procedures, so it's best to explain them individually:
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Posted on: 29 April 2016

Visiting the dentist may be a last priority for many people, as they may not realise how important good oral hygiene is to their overall health and how important it is to see a dentist for regular exams. If you have some questions about visiting the dentist and about your oral hygiene in particular, note a few of those here and then discuss these with a dentist during your next appointment; this will ensure your mouth and teeth are always as healthy as possible.
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Posted on: 15 April 2016

The Ayurvedic art of oil pulling is considered to be good for your oral health. It removes oral toxins from your teeth, gums and soft tissues, helping to keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy by managing the bacterial balance in your mouth. Given that oil pulling may be able to do things that your toothbrush can't, you may be wondering if you can switch brushing and flossing your teeth for a daily oil pull.
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