by Stephen Wong | Aug 10, 2021 | Dental Education, Oral Hygiene Care
In a recent University of Washington study published in July 2021, the extraordinary role played by white blood cells called neutrophils was revealed. Neutrophils can migrate from the bloodstream and gums into plaque biofilm. Healthy, thin biofilm provides neutrophils...
by Stephen Wong | Feb 7, 2021 | Oral Hygiene Care
Pregnant women experience more oral health issues and complications Mothers-to-be can experience a wide range of oral health problems and complications during and after pregnancy. There are two ways in which these issues can arise. Some pregnant women have dental...
by Stephen Wong | Oct 28, 2020 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Hygiene Care
Digital intraoral scanners have taken the traditional practice of taking a dental impression of your teeth to a whole new level. They are touch-free, comfortable, precise and 100% accurate. To top it off the 3D model of your teeth that is generated is easily stored...
by Stephen Wong | Aug 27, 2020 | Oral Hygiene Care
Poor oral health affects the vast majority of Australian adults and children. The most recent data shows that Australians aged over 15 years old had on average 12.8 decayed, filled or missing teeth. There are many factors that can negatively impact on your oral health...
by Stephen Wong | Mar 1, 2020 | Dental Education
In a recent 2019 study, researchers from the University of Freiburg, Germany have found that an anti-inflammatory plant-based diet can help reduce gingivitis. What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is a preventable oral condition in which gum irritation, bleeding and...