11 reasons you have bad breath (and cures for each one!)
Bad breath can be stressful and embarrassing. But luckily, adopting a good oral hygiene routine can minimise bad breath. Consistently brushing twice a day, cleaning in-between the teeth and using a tongue cleaner/scraper can help, along with regular visits to your dentist and hygienist. Staying hydrated and using sugar free gum or mints are a […]
WHAT FOODS STAIN TEETH?
Dental enamel can lose its characteristic bright white colour over time. Stains on the teeth are one of the oral disorders that most worry the general population. To a large extent these are due to the frequent intake of some drinks and foods that stain the teeth . It may not be possible to stop eating all foods that […]
THE HYGIENIST’S ROLE IN CREATING ORAL HYGIENE HABITS IN PATIENTS
Author: Dr. Alessandro Dini FernándezVice-president of Hides CatalunyaHigher Technician in Oral HygieneDoctor of DentistryCentral University of Venezuela (Caracas) What is a habit, what does it consist of or how is it acquired? Have you ever asked yourself: What is a habit, what does it consist of or how is it acquired? A habit, in the […]
HOW TO BRUSH YOUR TEETH WITHOUT DAMAGING YOUR GUMS?
Due to multiple causes, gums can suffer from hypersensitivity, which makes them much more vulnerable to external factors. Whether due to insufficient care and cleaning, some kind of illness, or after having undergone a deep dental cleaning, it is necessary to learn how to brush your teeth without damaging the gums so that their condition improves little by little. Sensitive gums, which […]
CAUSES AND REMEDIES FOR TOOTH SENSITIVITY
Tooth sensitivity is a very common problem that involves discomfort or pain in the teeth when they come into contact with certain substances and temperatures. The pain is often sharp and sudden, but temporary, and is usually focused on one or more teeth. Fortunately, there are multiple products that can help reduce discomfort if you suffer from sensitive teeth. What causes tooth […]
HOW TO USE MOUTHWASH CORRECTLY?
The daily use of mouthwash is a key element in the oral hygiene routine. Have you considered whether you use it correctly? It is necessary to know how mouthwash should be used and which one is the most suitable for your needs. Mouthwash is an aqueous or hydroalcoholic solution, which usually contains effective active ingredients to eliminate bacteria from the mouth […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF DENTAL CARE IN OLDER ADULTS
With age, the teeth weaken and there is an increased risk of some oral problems. For this reason, dental care for older adults is a priority to maintain good oral health , closely related to general health. Just like in childhood, teeth in old age have their own needs . Your mouth changes as you age, but with proper care and […]
Fixed or Removable, which Dental Prosthesis is better?
Thanks to the placement of a dental prosthesis, today it is possible to restore lost or damaged teeth, fully recovering their functionality. To solve all types of oral problems, there are different types of dental prostheses adapted to the needs of each patient. In general, dental prostheses are classified into two main groups: fixed and […]
Why is it important to take care of your gums?
The gums are one of the most important parts of the mouth. Their function is to support and form a tight seal around the teeth, so gingival care in oral health is a very significant point to take into account on a daily basis. Poor oral hygiene and inadequate attention to your gums can lead to […]
The mouth-body connection
The mouth-body connection – raising awareness of how gum disease and systemic diseases are linked. Author: Eimear Staunton, Dental Hygienist, Dublin As dental hygienists, our role in healthcare is vital in the prevention of both oral and systemic diseases. Our job can sometimes be underestimated as just a routine cleaning procedure but our patients are not […]
