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Oral healthcare for children is just as important as it is for adults and the health of the baby teeth can indeed affect the health of the adult teeth. Practicing good oral hygiene from a young age can help to prevent common dental issues in kids such as tooth decay. What are the causes of […]

If you have noticed yourself grinding your teeth or consistently waking up with jaw pain and headaches, a night guard may be beneficial for you. What is a night guard? A night guard is essentially a clear-coloured mouth guard that you wear over the biting surfaces of your teeth while you are sleeping. What are […]

Oral cancer describes a number of cancers that begin in the mouth. It may appear virtually anywhere in the mouth, including the lips, cheeks, teeth, gums, tongue, floor of mouth, roof of mouth and throat. So what does oral cancer look like and who is at risk of getting it?

With over 7000 chemicals contained in tobacco smoke and at least 70 of them known to cause cancer, smoking is not only harmful for your overall health but also has a particularly negative impact on the health of your mouth.

Mouth ulcers are small lesions that develop when part of the lining of the mouth is lost. They are incredibly common and can occur almost anywhere, including the lips, cheek, tongue, gums or on the roof of the mouth. Unfortunately, they are often associated with pain and swelling, making daily activities such as eating and tooth brushing more difficult. So what causes these ulcers and how can we treat them?

Do you often wake up feeling exhausted and unrested or have you been told that you snore? While these symptoms are not uncommon, they may also be a sign of Obstructive sleep apnoea.

Oral piercings, such as those found in the lip and tongue, allow us to express ourselves and showcase our unique style. However, these piercings are different to ear piercings as they carry higher health risks, including the potential to cause infection and damage to the mouth.

Oral health care is not only important for adult teeth, but also for baby teeth. In fact, the health of the baby teeth can affect the adult teeth. Therefore, it is important to look after your children’s teeth and gums from an early age, starting even before the first baby tooth emerges.

Have you noticed that your teeth are not as bright and white as they used to be? Indeed, tooth staining is a common phenomenon which results in a darker, duller appearance of your teeth

Does your mouth feel dry and sore and your saliva seem thick and stringy? Do you sometimes find it difficult to speak, chew and swallow as a result? If this is the case, you may be encountering dry mouth.