How not to lose your oral health while dealing with eating disorders
Eating disorders, such as restrictive eating, self-induced vomiting, binge eating, and misuse of laxatives or diuretics, can harm your mouth and teeth. While your dentist may be able to spot evidence of these issues in the condition of your teeth during regular...
How to manage dental anxiety for a healthy smile
It’s pretty well known that regular dental visits are crucial for maintaining good oral health. But for many people, the thought of a trip to the dentist can trigger a racing heartbeat and uncontrolled discomforting thoughts. Dental anxiety, also known as dental...
How to brush and a floss like a boss
As you improve your brushing and flossing techniques and habits, you unlock new levels of oral health. Brushing twice a day is a great start, but it doesn’t go far enough to optimise your dental hygiene and overall health. Excellent self-care involves comprehensive...
How oral pathogens impact digestive health
When we think about our health, the first thing that comes to mind might not be the relationship between the condition of our mouths and the wellbeing of our digestive systems. However, recent studies have shed light on the potentially significant impact oral health,...
How oral bacteria could heighten heart disease risk
Recent research focused on gum disease, bad breath and the oral bacterium Fusobacterium nucleatum has hinted that certain oral bacteria present in your gums may have implications beyond the confines of the mouth. Indeed, it may even jeopardise your heart health....The Gap Branch
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