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The idea that mucus in the nose could be beneficial to health has led researchers to investigate artificial mucus, which may play an important role in protecting teeth from decay. Key takeaways – Mucus stops bacteria clinging to teeth which causes cavities – Artificial mucus with beneficial proteins could be added to toothpastes in the…

If you’re waking up with a headache or a tender jaw you could be grinding your teeth while you’re asleep. Key takeaways: – Teeth grinding can result in tooth fractures and long-term problems such as arthritis – Stress, exhaustion or medical conditions such as sleep apnea can lead to teeth grinding – Overuse of tobacco,…

A recent study, presented at The 2017 International Liver Congress in The Netherlands, has demonstrated a potential link between periodontitis and mortality in patients with liver cirrhosis. Key takeaways: – Gum/teeth health was assessed in 184 patients with liver cirrhosis – Severe periodontitis was associated with higher risk of early death, even when adjusted for…

Medically known as dental fluorosis, the painless white and brown spots on your teeth are preventable and repairable. Key takeaways: – Dental fluorosis appears when too much fluoride from drinking tap water and toothpaste, comes in contact with teeth. – Prevention involves properly rinsing your teeth after brushing and not drinking water with excess fluoride.…

People with dental fluorosis suffer from painless but unpleasant white stains and lines on the teeth which can reduce the radiance of your smile. Key takeaways: – The white or brown spots in dental fluorosis appear when you use things with excess fluoride. – It can only develop in children after the baby teeth have…

Despite taking great care with dental hygiene, it would seem you could still be damaging your teeth without knowing it. An internet article by Sarah Jacoby lists seven ways that your teeth could be suffering despite brushing and flossing regularly and visiting the dentist for regular check-ups. In an effort to achieve a perfect smile…

Leukoplakia is a condition associated with white abscesses on the surfaces of the gums, the cheeks or the tongue. In the majority of instances, it will resolve itself without needing the assistance of a dentist or a similarly trained professional. However, there are other cases when it may impact much more than a smile alone.…

New technologies are being investigated with the aim of making dental treatment much less invasive. 5-10% of European dentists are now using lasers to prepare cavities which means that the dreaded drill could be a thing of the past. This is great news for anyone with a fear of the dentist. Key takeaways: – Use…

For most people it is quite natural to treat a visit to the dentist with some apprehension but imagine what it must have been like back in prehistoric times. Our ancestors would have to have been in considerable pain to even consider having teeth filled or extracted without the benefit of modern anaesthetics or painkilling…

It has been shown that one in four women will suffer from tooth loss within five years of being diagnosed with menopause. However, hormone replacement therapy may be a valuable method to strengthen the teeth, to keep a smile intact and to minimise excess trips to the dentist. In order to fully appreciate this observation,…