1. What do tree branches, wild boar hairs, and nylon have in common? The bristles of a toothbrush have been made from these items. People have been concerned about their dental hygiene since Egyptian times. Ancient tombs contained small tree branches whose ends had been frayed into soft fibers. In the 15th century, the Chinese made
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Everyone knows that using cigarettes is bad for your body. But did you know that tobacco can help cause some serious problems with your dental health? Here are six surprising effects of tobacco on your teeth and gums. 1. Creates plaque and calculus Chemicals in tobacco products affect saliva flow in the mouth, making it easier for
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Wisdom teeth are the third molars in the very back of our mouths and don’t always need to be removed so long as they’re healthy, grown in completely, biting correctly, and are able to be cleaned as part of regular hygiene practices. When is wisdom teeth removal necessary? Often, wisdom teeth don’t have room to grow
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Here are 5 more interesting facts about teeth. 6. Your mouth produces over 25,000 quarts of saliva in a lifetime—that’s enough to fill two swimming pools. Saliva has many uses, including assisting you with your digestion and protects your teeth from bacteria in your mouth. 7. An average person spends 38.5 days brushing their teeth
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Charcoal is currently one of the biggest trends in the world of wellness and cosmetics. It’s become a trendy ingredient in commercial face masks and scrubs, and some people also swear by it for whitening their teeth. Activated charcoal — the type used in beauty products and toothpaste — is a fine grain powder made
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Do you regularly wake up with headaches, a sore jaw or toothache? You might need to visit us, for an evaluation. Such discomforts could mean you suffer from bruxism, or teeth grinding. This happens when you grind and clench your teeth while sleeping. The consequences of this constant abrasion include fractured teeth and premature enamel
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At Pzu Dr. Donevski, we believe it’s important to not only treat our patients with high quality care, but to educate them about their oral health so they can be empowered to live healthy lives. Below are 10 fun facts about teeth we thought you’d enjoy learning about. The enamel on the top surface on
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As a dental office, we care, not only for you dental health, but for your overall wellness. Because of this, in this blog we will tell you something more about COVID-19 (Corona virus) and some other contagious diseases and the ways how to avoid them. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends that you follow these
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Oral health is a vital part of overall wellness. The research has shown that people with poor oral health (such as gum disease or tooth loss) have higher rates of cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks or strokes, or some gastrointestinal problem. Healthy Gums For the most part, healthy gums are always pink and firm.
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At the recommendation of the American Dental Association, it is sufficient to brush your teeth twice a day, immediately after getting up in the morning and before going to bed at night. Choose a brush that suits you best but not too firm. It can be medium hard or soft brush. Make circular movements with
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