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Exploring Oral Health Symptoms, Issues and Solutions

Hi, my name is Jenny, and I decided to create this blog to help people who have questions about their oral health. In it, I plan to look at symptoms of various oral issues from cavities to mouth cancer. I also plan to include posts on various dental conditions and their solutions. I want to explore contemporary solutions, homes remedies and cutting-edge ideas. I started this blog because I am always encouraging my kids to follow their passions, and it seemed like a good time to delve into one of my passions. I have always been interested in dental health, and creating this blog gives me a chance to explore that interest while helping others.

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Everything Smokers Need To Know About Dental Abscesses

Posted on April 14, 2022

It's no secret that smoking tobacco can have many harmful effects on your health, and smokers are particularly vulnerable to dental health problems such as gum disease and tooth loss. However, if you smoke, you may not be aware that smoking also makes you more likely to develop a potentially dangerous type of oral infection known as a dental abscess. What Are Dental Abscesses? When the gum tissue around the roots of a tooth is infected by bacteria, the body sends white blood cells and other immune system cells to the site of the infection to kill the bacteria. [Read More]

What Is Age-Related Teeth Discolouration, and How Is It Treated?

Posted on February 24, 2022

The discolouration of teeth can be a natural part of the ageing process. As the years go by, the layer of dental enamel that coats your teeth becomes thinner. As enamel is translucent, this means that the dentin underneath becomes more prominent. Most of a tooth is actually composed of dentin, which is generally an off-white colour. The trouble is that this dentin can darken with age. When thinning enamel is combined with darkening dentin, it's not really surprising that teeth can begin to show their age. [Read More]

5 Things Your Tongue is Trying to Tell You

Posted on January 5, 2022

Dental appointments are a chance for your dentist to check the health of your teeth and gums, but did you know that they also check your tongue? The way your tongue looks can provide a lot of information about your health, so it's worth sneaking a peek at it in the mirror after you brush your teeth. Here are several things you might find out. 1. A Soft Pink Tongue is Healthy [Read More]

5 Reasons to Support Your Dentures With Dental Implants

Posted on November 8, 2021

While you wear your dentures, you need to keep them stable. The more stable your dentures are, the better you'll be able to speak, eat and smile. While you can stabilize dentures with pastes, gels and powders, these measures are only temporary. They can be messy too. Dental implants are a permanent means of stabilizing your dentures. But that's just one of their advantages. If you need to stabilize your dentures, consider doing so with dental implants. [Read More]