If you sometimes get bored with the minty fresh taste of your toothpaste, check this out. The history of toothpaste wasn’t always a matter of good taste and fresh breath! In 3000 BC, ancient Egyptians developed a dental cream made of ox hooves, myrrh, eggshells, pumice and … [Read more...]
HIV and Dental Issues
What are the dental problems that can occur due to HIV? In people with HIV, the immune response system is weak, leaving an affected person prone to infections, including those that affect the teeth. Studies reveal that more than one third of those with HIV have dental … [Read more...]
Benefits of Eating Apples
The sugars in the foods you eat are converted by the bacteria in your mouth to acids. These acids start an instant attack on the enamel of your teeth leading to gum diseases and tooth decay. The frequency of eating decides how often your teeth get exposed to the decay cycle. … [Read more...]
Common Forms of Oral Surgery
Some dental problems may require oral surgery. Here’s a look at some common problems and surgical solutions. Wisdom Teeth Also known as “third molars,” wisdom teeth are the last to develop. Sometimes the jaw is large enough to allow room for them, but this isn’t often the … [Read more...]
4th of July: Summer BBQ and Eating Tooth Healthy
On the Fourth of July, the grills get busy. So do the dentists, apparently! All the barbecue sauce and sweets eaten this holiday can lead to tooth damage. Combining summer BBQ with tooth-healthy eating may seem impossible, but it can be done with a little bit of forethought and … [Read more...]
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