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07/25/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

How to make your own natural mouthwash

Mouthwash is an important part of anyone’s daily oral care routine. It eliminates bad breath for a short amount of time; but did you know it might be doing you more harm than good? Studies prove that regularly washing with commercial mouthwash can erode your dental enamel and make your teeth more sensitive. Consider making your own non-toxic […]

07/22/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Prevent tooth decay with this native plant from Papua, known as sarang semut

Dental caries, more commonly known as tooth decay, is a greater problem than it seems, largely because of its impact on your general health and your quality of life. Most of it is blamed on the effects of bacterial biofilms on the teeth, such as those produced by Streptococcus mutans. A study published in the […]

07/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Drinking too much causes an imbalance of bacteria in your mouth and increases your risk of cancer

Aside from contributing to bad breath, it looks like drinking alcohol can disrupt the balance of both “good” and “bad” bacteria in your mouth. The results of a study determined that regular alcohol consumption can also increase an individual’s chance of developing cavities and gum disease, along with cancer and heart disease. Alcohol, mouth health, and […]

07/19/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Science CONFIRMS the link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular health — keep your mouth clean to protect your heart

Having a sparkling smile can make you feel great; it’s a major confidence boost when you know your pearly whites are looking their best. But you might not know that dental health isn’t just about shiny teeth and fresh breath. Those things are nice too, but the health of your gums and teeth can play […]

07/12/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Those metal fillings in your mouth could be putting you at risk of an autoimmune disease

Are your dental fillings wreaking havoc on your immune system and setting the stage for disease to set in? New research shows that might just be the case. The metals used to make dental amalgams can come with a host of ill effects on health and research has shown that these metals can, and do, […]

07/12/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Dental hygiene found to affect Type 2 diabetes

People with Type 2 diabetes may manage their condition better if they regularly get checked for periodontal disease, according to recently published research. The study was carried out by a team of researchers from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of the University of Barcelona in Spain who evaluated the effect of non-surgical periodontal treatment on […]

06/30/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Root canals: How safe are they, really?

Most people trust their dentist with problems related to their teeth. However, if you look carefully at some of their procedures, you’d be shocked at how unsafe some of these are, as well as how they can result in long-term health problems. In particular, root canal treatment, a procedure touted as safe and routinely performed the […]

06/25/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Science investigation: Can the Neem tree prevent periodontal diseases?

A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked at whether neem tree (Azadirachta indica) can prevent certain periodontal diseases. Researchers from the Hebrew University-Hadassah Faculty of Dental Medicine in Jerusalem looked at the antibacterial effects of neem leaf extract on the periodontopathic bacteria Porphyromonas gingivalis and Fusobacterium nucleatum, which cause periodontitis. They also assessed its antioxidant […]

06/21/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

No toothpaste can compensate for bad bacteria in your mouth: You can’t have good oral health without a good diet, according to study

Toothpaste alone isn’t enough to protect your teeth from damage: To achieve good oral health, having a good diet is also essential, according to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports. In the study, conducted at the University of Bern in Switzerland, researchers examined eight anti-erosive and desensitizing types of toothpaste and one control […]

06/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

A primer on tooth sensitivity: What causes it and natural remedies to try

Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common dental problems, affecting at least 40 million adults in the U.S., according to the Academy of General Dentistry. It involves pain or discomfort in teeth when eating certain flavors – such as sweet or acidic foods – or when these are exposed to cold and hot temperatures. […]

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