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Oral Hygiene

Mouth Sores Prevention and Treatment Needed

by | Feb 6, 2015 | , , , , ,

Mouth Sores Prevention and Treatment NeededOral health doesn’t only involve your teeth. Sores can develop in and out the mouth. These are called mouth sores, seen as the spots or swellings that also affect your lips and tongue. It’s good to know that they typically heal on their own after a week or two. On the other hand, not all kinds of mouth sores are harmless. Thus, you must consult a health expert when the condition endures longer than two weeks.

There are different types of mouth sores, but the most common of these are canker sores and fever blisters (or cold sores in another term). By getting enough information about these two kinds of mouth sores, you can help yourself prevent or treat the condition, avoiding complications that may occur in the future.

How To Prevent and Treat Canker Mouth Sores?

Canker sores can be usually caused by stress, trauma and irritation from acidic foods and is non-virus based. This type of mouth usually lasts for around 12 days, but chronic sufferers are already required to take laser treatment that takes around 15 minutes. The sore looks small and can be red or white in colour. Canker sores occur on soft palate, tongue or inside the lips and cheeks.

Promoting Oral Cancer Awareness in Sydney

by | Feb 6, 2015 | , , ,

Promoting Oral Cancer Awareness All Over Australia

 
Oral cancer patients have been gradually increasing in Australia. Based on statistics, Oral cancers in Australia account for approximately 2-3% of all cancers*. On the other hand, it is disheartening to know that few people in the society are mindful about the identity of this disease. A new survey conducted to over thousands of individuals showed that there has been an inadequate information and familiarity of this destructive condition.

The Kind of Toothpaste your Teeth Needs

by | Jan 28, 2015 | , , , , , ,

The Kind of Toothpaste your Teeth NeedsToothpastes are innovative and handy solutions created to enhance the oral health of many people. Without them, brushing of teeth might be less exciting and efficient.

Nowadays, there are different kinds of toothpastes available at leading drugstores and supermarkets. Your only job is to pick the one you are most comfortable with or the one that satisfy the needs of your teeth.

Toothpaste Variations

There are four common types of toothpaste you can usually see at the bay of grocery stands and on advertisements. These are:

Best Reminders for Brushing Baby Teeth

by | Jan 22, 2015 | , , , , ,

Best Reminders for Brushing Baby TeethCleaning your baby’s first set of teeth is a good start to promote healthy teeth and gums.

This set of teeth may be small yet they have a huge role when your child grows up. Without the complete set of teeth, your child may experience difficulties in speaking clearly and chewing foods.

Even they are not yet teething, the gums also must receive the proper treatment and care it deserve as it is the foundation for upcoming baby teeth.

The Right Time to Brush Baby Teeth

If your baby doesn’t have teeth yet, clean their gums using a soft moistened washcloth. Do this after their feeding time and before you lay them to bed at night.