Once you become a parent, your interest in health topics skyrockets. There’s an extra urgency around healthy food, exercise and medicine because you’re researching those topics for both yourself and your child. The recent interest in natural toothpaste vs regular toothpaste is part of that, I think. Many people are going to be suspicious of… Continue Reading
Many of us know that 3pm-furry feeling you get at work. By that stage the combined effect of your second cup of coffee and the garlic aioli on your lunch have combined to create a distinct taste in your mouth. Luckily, there are some simple oral health hacks you can use to ensure your mouth… Continue Reading
Most parents spend a lot of time worrying about raising their kids right. But there is one very small way in which you can set your kids up for a healthier life, and that is simply to set a good example with your own dental hygiene. Lead by example when looking after your teeth We… Continue Reading
Imagine sailing around the exotic islands and cays of the Caribbean and having to abandon your trip. Not because of wild weather or rigging problems but due to a severe toothache. You can’t get to a dentist, or at least one who speaks your language. So you have to prematurely head home for treatment. As… Continue Reading
Do you experience tooth pain when you bite into something cold? The cause of sensitive teeth is below the surface but topical treatments, such as special toothpaste, can offer relief. Causes of sensitive teeth A lot of sensitivity comes from where the gum has receded at the neck of the tooth and the root structure… Continue Reading
We shouldn’t need good oral health tips. We all know how important it is to look after our teeth. It’s fundamental to self-care. In theory, at least, it’s so simple—cleaning your teeth and gums, looking after your mouth and making sure a dentist regularly checks that your teeth are in good shape. But looking after… Continue Reading
There’s nothing good about bad breath. If you are aware of it then it can restrict the way you interact with other people. If you are unaware of it, it can cause people to avoid or limit face-to-face conversations with you. Persistent bad breath can be a sign of serious health issues and should be… Continue Reading
As a dentist, I believe it’s important to acknowledge what has brought a patient to the point of fear, and how I can help them manage dental anxiety. Fear of the dentist is very serious for patients who experience it. I always try to help them talk about it and unpack it and quite often,… Continue Reading
Do you remember your early trips to the dentist? Depending on what that dentist was like, it may be a scary or a positive memory. Those early visits would have influenced your attitude towards the dentist. Just as your children’s first experiences with the dentist will influence theirs. For this reason, it’s important to find… Continue Reading
Men and women in the 55-plus age bracket can often suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). It usually presents as chronic snoring, headaches and feeling of lethargy. It’s often just dismissed as a side effect of getting older and it can certainly be that. But if tiredness and lack of sleep is a result of… Continue Reading
