Category Archives: dental hygiene

Older people ‘have a range of problems’

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Share Older people are findig gum disease to be a bigger problem than decay. Many older people are no longer suffering from bad teeth, but instead are feeling the pain caused from poor gum health. The problems facing older people … Continue reading

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Flossing ‘could help people remember more’

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Share Flossing teeth could help prevent memory loss. Research carried out in the US has pointed to a link between regularly flossing and improvements in memory. ABC Local reported that gum disease could be a contributory factor to mental decline … Continue reading

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Mouth breathing ‘a problem for sufferers’

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Share Many people could suffer from problems with mouth breathing. A new study has shown that a condition known as mouth breathing could be harmful to the oral health of sufferers. Carried out by researchers in the US, the study … Continue reading

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Alternative teeth cleaning methods

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Share People do not just have to use toothpaste to brush their teeth. Everyone knows that maintaining a regular oral health routine is beneficial to the long-term health of their teeth, but when a person runs out of toothpaste, there … Continue reading

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Kelly Osbourne ‘hates poor dental hygiene’

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Share Poor dental hygiene is Kelly Osbourne’s pet peeve. Kelly Osbourne has claimed that one of her biggest pet peeves is people not having good oral hygiene. The 25-year-old relayed a story of being in a London taxi and having … Continue reading

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Flossing ‘should be regular’

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Share People should remember to floss regularly. Individuals worried about their oral health should ensure they floss regularly, it has been claimed. Dentistry IQ reported Chicago periodontist Dr Robert Pick has said people should be aware of the dangers of … Continue reading

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Good teeth ‘equal faster check-ups’

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Share People have faster check-ups when they have good oral health. People who keep their teeth in good condition have faster check-ups with the dentist and suffer from less stress as a result, it has been claimed. Dr David Mady … Continue reading

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Don’t brush after drinking

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Share People have been warned of the dangers of brushing too soon after drinking. People should refrain from brushing their teeth directly after drinking acidic beverages, it has been advised. Mark Wolff, chair of cariology and comprehensive care at New … Continue reading

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Regular brushing ‘key to healthy smile’

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Share Daily brushing is key to a healthy smile. Ensuring teeth are brushed daily is key to helping teeth stay healthy and a person’s smile stays bright, it has been claimed. Fiji Village reported dental officer Dr Maher Angez as … Continue reading

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Man ‘flossing while driving’ caught in police crackdown

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Share Police have caught a man flossing while driving on the M4.A man was caught by police officers flossing his teeth while driving on the M4 in Gwent.   While it is important to floss regularly, there is a time … Continue reading

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Healthy teeth ‘are important’

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Share Having a healthy set of teeth is important to overall health. Gum disease has been linked to an array of serious conditions such as diabetes and heart disease and as such, it is important to maintain good oral health, … Continue reading

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Dental health ‘needs to be high on the agenda’

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Share Dental health must remain a priority. Maintaining good oral health is about more than just having straight, white teeth, it has been noted. FW Business reported more needs to be done to ensure people are aware of the dangers … Continue reading

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