04 January 2018
New research has found that those who suffer from asthma are 18.8% more likely to suffer from gum disease. The research analysed 21 papers which discussed the relationship between asthma and oral health in over 120,000 people, and found that people with asthma were almost one fifth more likely to suffer from periodontitis. “We have known for some […]
28 December 2017
Mouth Cancer Awareness month in November is held to spread public knowledge of and bring attention to oral cancer, otherwise known as mouth cancer. Almost 12,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with it every year – and only between 19 and 59 per cent survive. That may seem like a scary number, but in […]
21 December 2017
Today, keeping a healthy mouth is easy. Years ago it was normal for adults to suffer from a range of oral diseases. But nowadays, if you maintain your oral health, you can keep your teeth and your mouth healthy for a lifetime. The main cause of tooth decay and gum disease is plaque. So it’s […]
14 December 2017
Frequent snacking may be the cause of much oral health misery. Instead of investing in an expensive gym membership or costly beauty treatments this new year, consider resolving to change your snacking habits. You might improve your health and appearance, even while saving money. Snacking on the wrong foods between meals can not only lead […]
07 December 2017
Green tea has become a popular health trend in recent years and many people swear by the stuff. But despite all its health benefits, green tea does have one unfortunate drawback – like many other types of tea, it can stain teeth. Considering its popularity, it is surprising how few people are aware that green […]
30 November 2017
Whilst it is true that as many as 7 out of 10 people know that poor oral health can have an impact on the rest of the body, in general we are not as knowledgeable when it comes to diseases that have potential links to neglected teeth and gums. Healthcare provider Simplyhealth has carried out […]
23 November 2017
For most of us, brushing our teeth is a deep-rooted habit which we perform almost subconsciously. But as with any habit, it is easy to become shoddy in our daily routine. Slacking on brushing properly, however, can lead to a number of serious oral health issues if left unchecked, including cavities and gum disease. Here […]
16 November 2017
Oral cancer, more commonly known as Mouth cancer, is one of the biggest cancer killers. Despite having a yearly death toll higher than both cervical and testicular cancer combined, one out of every ten doesn’t even know of its existence. Dentists seek to change that soon, as this month is Mouth Cancer Action Month, in […]
