One of the leading dangers of bad oral hygiene is periodontal disease. This dental problem does not just damage the teeth, gums, and bone, but it can lead to other life-threatening illnesses as well. Periodontal disease is linked to cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and aspiration pneumonia. Sadly, a lot of people suffer from periodontal disease. The Guinness World Records even cites it as the most prevalent disease in the world. Indeed, it is a major cause of concern in the dental world, considering how easy it is to prevent. Are You at Risk of Periodontal Disease? It is worth noting…
Author: Isreal Olabanji DST, RN
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Migraine is a neurological condition that causes many symptoms to manifest in the brain. The major symptoms are severe headaches. Migraine headaches may be hereditary and can affect all ages. lek. med. Dymitr Kostrica- Neurolog will try to provide you with all the necessary information that will be able to help you in the fight against a headache. We help you diagnosis migraine headaches. Diagnosis of migraine headaches is determined by clinical history, reported symptoms, and by excluding other causes of pain. Symptoms of Migraine headaches Migraines can occur to children or early adulthood. Migraine headaches are common in women…
Malocclusion of teeth is a common orthodontic problem amongst many people. In most cases, it can be a cosmetic problem and it can cause severe repercussions on self-esteem. It is also very tricky to keep crooked teeth clean. Braces and teeth retainer are commonly used to fix malocclusion. Let’s learn more about the same. What is Malocclusion? Malocclusion is when you have crooked teeth or a poor bite. Bite refers to the way the upper teeth and lower teeth line up. In case of a normal bite, upper teeth sit slightly forward of the lower teeth. With the right orthodontic treatment,…
Consider a situation like this — you’ve moved to a new town, and it’s been ages since you’ve visited a dentist — but now you have a terrible toothache that won’t go away! Dentists have reputations for being scary enough, so it’s understandable you take your time to do your research before you pick a family dentist that you and other members of your family can rely on. Here are a few factors that you should keep in mind while selecting a dentist: Finances Play a Major Role The first thing anyone considers before even thinking about making a medical…
Saliva helps to make everyday functions easy from helping you experience a tasty dish to letting speak more clearly. But saliva also plays a pivotal role in good oral health. Learn more about what components makeup saliva and how it helps your body and oral health. 1. Saliva – What is it? Is the clear fluid found inside your mouth? It is made up of several important chemical and physical components, but 99% of your saliva is water. A healthy person can produce up to 2 litres of saliva every day. Saliva is an essential part of your digestive system…