Stress Related Dental Problems
Oral health can often be affected by your overall health and as we’ve mentioned before, in particular heart related conditions can be linked to poor dental health. One of the biggest contributing factors though includes stress, which can be damaging over a long period of time. It can result in sleep disruption, fatigue, tiredness, lack of concentration and many other conditions which can be debilitating. So it makes sense that stress can also have a negative impact on our dental health. Therefore it’s important to ensure that you keep an eye on not only your physical health but also your mental health, especially now that there are direct correlations with…
Brushing Tips for your Children
We are protective of our children now more than ever but particularly so when it comes to food and drink and what we’re giving them to consume. With such a huge choice available from different home-friendly brands it can be difficult to know what to give our kids, that won’t harm their teeth. Children will always gravitate toward sugary drinks like juices and soda pops but it’s important to make sure they have other options available and to condition them to get into a good habit of choosing the right foods. Habit is Vital So what are the best habits for children to adopt? Always ensure they brush twice…
Dental Health – Does it help with Psoriasis?
We know from research and recent studies that having good dental health can help towards improving conditions such as cardiovascular disease and of course, good oral health will contribute to a happier mouth. In fact, there is more awareness now than ever about how keeping your dental health in check can prevent various conditions later on. Gum disease in particular can result in heart disease, diabetes and stroke, with inflammation of the gum causing damaged blood vessels. This can have a knock-on effect resulting in conditions such as dementia and respiratory infections, particularly when poor oral health impacts the bloodstream. It can be dangerous and bring about health problems you…
Foods That Are Healthy (But Bad For Your Teeth)
We are all told to eat more healthily, with more fruit and vegetables in our diet, as well as fibre, “good fats†and carbs for energy, and to cut back on sugary treats and fatty foods. However, it’s not as straightforward as healthy food equals good food and certainly, healthy food does not mean it’s good for your teeth and in fact some healthier foods can be some of the worst for your dental health. Food and Drink Your Teeth Should Avoid Citrus Fruits Fruit such as Oranges and Apples are great from a health perspective but they are certainly a problem for teeth. The citrus effect can…
Root Canal: Fear Of The Unknown
There has always been a fear of the dentist throughout history and within the public consciousness and of course even for those who are not particularly bothered by the dentists, it’s just not a pleasant thought to have another person with their hands moving around in your mouth. However, it is necessary and techniques and procedures have improved so much over the last 20 years that it can be a much more comfortable experience. Certain treatments are easy and some are trickier but overall with the right approach and the right equipment, it doesn’t have to be a chore to visit the dentist. Unfortunately, there are some circumstances which require…
