Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is an unpleasant odour originating from the mouth. It can occur as a temporary or chronic problem in different people. Specific foods, bad habits, and various health conditions all cause this condition. It’s not easy to ignore halitosis because it causes embarrassment, and in some cases, leads to social […]
Mouth ulcers are common and mostly harmless sores that occur inside the mouth. However, anyone who’s had one knows how unpleasant they are. There are many things that cause these painful sores. Anxiety, stress, biting the inside of your cheek, and smoking are some typical reasons why you develop canker sores. What you eat is […]
For many people, getting braces is a rite of passage during their teenage years. Dentists and orthodontists typically prescribe braces as a way to straighten teeth, close any gaps, or realign the jaw. (This is otherwise known as ‘correcting the bite,’ ensuring your top and bottom teeth meet up when your mouth is closed). As […]
When you’re young, you don’t have them, and when you grow up, you get them and that’s when you realize you don’t want them. Wisdom teeth are something everyone gets, and more often than not, they become an issue and need to be removed. For any such procedures consult your dentist to get an idea […]
As parents, we need to teach our children good dental hygiene and be aware of the common issues our little ones can face. Several dental problems specifically affect children ranging from thumb sucking, tooth decay, tongue thrusting, early tooth loss, and lip sucking. When not caught early, these problems can have a long-term impact. Even […]
Are you self-conscious about your smile? Perhaps your teeth are yellow, chipped, crooked, or missing. Maybe they were pushed out of alignment by sucking your thumb as a child, or you suffered dental trauma as a result of an accident. Whatever the reason, if you’re not confident about your smile, your overall sense of self, […]
Before we jump into how to avoid mouth ulcers, you need to understand what they are. There are different types of mouth ulcers; consequently, understanding which ones you’re suffering from will help you seek proper treatment. If you’re affected by mouth ulcers due to genetics, there are ways to prevent them that we’ll cover here. […]
Many people are familiar with TMJ disorder and the pain it can cause to the jaw. If you want to understand the disorder, it is essential to learn about the namesake for it, i.e., the joint itself. The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) consists of three parts and operates as a hinge to connect your jaw and […]
If you’ve had a dental procedure such as a root canal lately, your dentist may have warned you to avoid certain activities to prevent an abscessed tooth. Or, you might already be experiencing pain and swelling of the gums—symptoms which could be signs of an abscess. But what are dental abscesses? Here, we explain the […]
As the holiday season rolls around, the normal routines and patterns of school life come to an end. It’s so important during this time to keep on top of your child’s dental health. It’s a time to relax and enjoy, but knowing how to keep teeth safe and healthy in the season of sweet treats […]
