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Oral Health - Common problems
Xerostomia- Client
Xerostomia is dry mouth from insuffucient saliva.
Grinding your teeth?
Teeth grinding, called bruxism, is thought to be related to stress and anxiety or to an abnormal alignment of the teeth or jaw.
Gum disease risks
Your risk of developing gum (periodontal) disease increases as you age. Over time, your gums may begin to detach from your teeth.
All about periodontitis
Periodontal disease is the second most common human disease. Learn more about its prevention and treatment.
Sweet tooth
You’ve undoubtedly heard that sugary foods can cause problems for your oral health, but what may surprise you is that the kind of sugar you eat and when you eat it is crucial.
Teeth grinding - a sign of stress
Bruxing refers to the gnashing and grinding of teeth during sleep.
What is tooth erosion?
Tooth erosion is the loss of dental hard tissue from the tooth surface by chemical processes, usually acid, without involving plaque bacteria.
The grinding truth
Clenched jaw muscles and tooth grinding can cause additional health complaints. Joanne Lillie rounds up expert opinion on how to ease up.
Teeth stains
Pearly whites gone yellow, green or grey? Find out what causes teeth stains.
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