Receded gums and tooth loss… Many of us fear these dental problems, but how many of us know the causes, symptoms and possible treatments? While brushing techniques are partly to blame, other bad habits, as [...]
In theory, sensory hypersensitivity refers to greater-than-normal sensitivity. However, in practice, this phenomenon is much more complex and distressing, as can affect all day-to-day activities. Those who suffer from it are overly sensitive to their [...]
Brushing your teeth regularly and thoroughly is necessary for maintaining good oral hygiene. However, nearly half of all people fail to brush their teeth at least twice a day or for the recommended amount of [...]
While you may take care of your health, do you regularly visit a dentist? It’s important to ensure the health of your teeth and gums by taking preventive measures, namely having a dental examination every [...]
We like our teeth to be white; that’s a fact. Yellow, black, grey: this rainbow of troubling colors rarely means good news. For example, grey discoloration tends to appear chiefly after a trauma. While adults [...]
Have you noticed white patches on your teeth? While they may less obtrusive than yellow or brown stains, they’re no less unpleasant or worrisome! What causes them, and more importantly, how can you get rid [...]
Ever since their release, electronic cigarettes (or e-cigarettes) have been marketed as a new-and-improved alternative to traditional cigarettes. Bad breath, yellow teeth and, particularly, cardiovascular disease and cancer: the risks linked to tobacco use are [...]
Like Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy is a mythical character, a creature of popular folklore that has become an integral part of childhood and family life. She serves to reassure young [...]
Thrush is a mouth infection caused by an uncontrolled propagation of the fungus Candida albicans. That’s why this yeast infection is also known as oral candidiasis or moniliasis. Candida albicans is naturally present in the [...]
In general, babies begin to teethe at around six months of age. However, every child is unique, and some have to wait a full year for the emergence of the first baby tooth (also known [...]