Author: Isreal Olabanji DST RN

SUFFERER FROM DIABETES should become as well acquainted as possible with their problem. Many false ideas about this disease are prevalent and as a result, mismanagement is too often seen. There is much that is not understood about it, but the basic facts are simple and should serve as a guide to every patient. Doctors are anxious to teach basic facts to a diabetic, especially those facts having to do with home-administered therapy, for they know they cannot watch him constantly and check on his diet and habits day after day. Volumes have been written but basically, all of them deal…

Dental tape and dental floss are almost the same things, but they are different in their forms and how they perform the work of cleaning your teeth. The dental tape as a strip of nylon that is waxed in nature or polythene fiber used in cleaning every surface of your teeth and spaces in between them. It can slide in between your teeth more easily because the dental tape has a flat surface that can clean this part thoroughly. Meanwhile, the dental floss like a thining cord is made up of filaments that are used for the purpose of removing…

Cleaning between the teeth is also known as interdental cleaning. Decay usually starts on the chewing surfaces of teeth and at the contact point between the teeth.     Plaque and food particles stick to the teeth in these areas. The bacteria in plaque are able to convert these food particles into acid. This acid is the major cause of tooth decay and gum disease. Therefore, you need to be aware of the fact that plaque is being formed continuously. Plaque formation and growth cannot be stopped. It can only be controlled by regular daily brushing, flossing and the…

Interdental brushes are triangular shaped small brushes, like little bottle brushes. They are very useful for cleaning between the teeth. They fit into a plastic handle and are widely available.  Two main types of interdental brushes:  I-shaped interdental brushes.  L-shaped inter-dental brushes. The L-shaped brushes give you the ability to clean at the very end of your last teeth that are very hard to reach in your mouth (i.e. your molars). Interdental brushes are widely available in every pharmaceutical store and an online store too. They come in various widths and sizes to fit in with different size spaces between…

4 Step by step guide to teeth flossing Flossing is extremely effective for cleaning in-between areas of the teeth that is interproximal surfaces, They can be used on either open or full embrasure spaces. Both floss and tape come in waxed or unwaxed. If used correctly, dental floss and tape can remove bacterial plaque and food debris from in-between areas of the teeth.  Different types of dental floss are available such as regular floss, anti-bacterial floss, dental tape, and super floss. Floss is also available in a plastic holder, in the shape of a bow. It forms the string of…

Should I brush my teeth before or after rinsing with mouthwashes?  Most mouthwashes and oral rinse usually contain chemical or drugs which are meant for treatment action/therapeutic uses or preventive measures such as mouth odor, prevention of dental caries, refreshing of the mouth, etc. Although most commercially available mouthwashes contain flavoring agents that make the mouth feel clean. The flushing action may loosen food debris, but it will not dislodge or remove dental plaque. Some mouthwashes have bacteriostatic or bactericidal effects, but this is only a temporary action. Fortunately, recent research studies have shown that certain mouthwashes may help in the chemical control of dental plaque.…

Did you know that the mouth can show signs of general body infections and nutritional deficiencies? The mouth acts as the mirror through which you can see and analyze the health of your body. A healthy mouth ensures you are confident in how you live, work or play. Whenever you have tooth decay, dentists may remove it, or they may carry out a root canal treatment. Either way, the aim is to prevent germs from extending to other body parts and leading to health complications. It’s important to note that the connection between your body health and oral health becomes…

Tattoo Removal Technician There are people who may want to become laser tattoo removal experts. Well, the laser tattoo removal technician is a very important expert and as such, more people should train for these skills. One of the good jobs that these people do is that they help former inmates and other people that want to have their tattoos removed. Oftentimes, they offer these services free of charge. These technicians are very important when it comes to safe tattoo removals. So, is it easy for one to become a laser tattoo removal technician? What are some of the qualifications…

What is a Peptic ulcer? A peptic ulcer is a term indicating an ulcer in your stomach or duodenum (the first part of the small intestine into which the stomach empties). The cause of this ailment is a combination of nervousness, wrong food and individuals susceptibility. Some people, take life too seriously and are very tense. In such cases, the stomach is often affected. By this tension. The muscles become tight and the secretions are disturbed. This interferes with digestion. A tense outlet from the stomach becomes spastic and painful.Over time, an ulcer develops. Sometimes this is in the stomach…

There is a whirlwind of interest in enhancing health and a youthful appearance by adding collagen to your diet. The recommended path to do this is usually by adding collagen powders or bone broth from animal sources. Fortunately, there is another path to add beauty from the inside out by understanding a few basics of nutrition leading to healthy collagen production. And best of all, the internal path that we have built in is inexpensive, safe, and free of animal products. 1)What is collagen? Collagen is the protein that forms connective fibers in tissues such as skin, ligaments, cartilage, bones, and…