Pregnant women are well aware that their health can influence that of their unborn baby; this is why they should try to maintain a healthy lifestyle during the whole pregnancy period. However, very few of them know that a mother’s oral health is also of great importance to an unborn baby. A new study from … Read more
According to a new international study by GlaxoSmithKline, the acids that modern people consume through their everyday diet have a harmful effect on dental health, causing erosion of the teeth enamel. The condition is also known as ‘erosive tooth wear’ or ‘acid wear’ and is usually irreversible. Some early signs of acid wear include thin … Read more
Nearly 26,000 primary school children were admitted to hospital for treatment of tooth decay in the past 12 months, making the condition the most common reason for hospitalisation of children between the ages of five and nine, new research shows. Statistics from the Health and Social Care Information Centre, published in the Sunday Times, reveal … Read more
The news that cheese helps bones due to its high levels of calcium is not new to the majority of consumers. According to new research published in the General Dentistry journal, however, it also has properties that can effectively prevent dental cavities and tooth decay. Ph Levels Affect Plaque Production The study, led by Ravishankar … Read more
