Oral Health

Brush up on brushing
Many people don't know how to brush their teeth properly. Improper brushing can cause as much damage to the teeth and gums as not brushing at all.

Does drilling drive you dotty?
Do you ever get nervous just thinking about going to the dentist? You might be worrying unnecessarily, says the American Dental Association.

Healthy teeth for your toddler
Children aged one to six are more susceptible to cavities because their primary teeth have thinner, weaker enamel.

Healthy diet, healthy teeth
Diet plays an important role in protecting kids' teeth as they grow older and start getting their permanent teeth. Here's how to look after your kids' dental health.

Midnight toothache blues
Your child wakes you up in the middle of the night with a throbbing toothache. What can you do to ease the pain?

Beat those dentist blues
Generally, dental anxiety is more prevalent among women than men, according to research. But whether you're male or female, you can take certain steps to overcome your fear.

Is your breath blowing others away?
You think you suffer from bad breath and you've tried a collection of toothpastes, mouthwashes and all sorts of breath mints.

Breath a knockout?
If you’ve ever been in a crowded lift with someone whose breath could form part of a biological weapons programme, you’ll know that halitosis is bad for social interaction.

Drown the drill at the dentist
Do you get nervous just thinking about going to the dentist? You might be worrying unnecessarily.

Beat bad breath
Everyone's had a bout with bad breath, but when it becomes chronic, it's time to see your dentist.

Keep dental decay at bay
About 20 percent of children have tooth decay by age three, researchers say.

Catch gum disease early
Eighty percent of adults have some form of periodontal (gum) disease.

Brushing up on oral health
Most young kids haven't had teeth long enough to have anything go wrong with them. But certain circumstances can increase a child's risk of cavities.

Are you badmouthing everyone?
Are you blowing others away with your breath? Bad breath can be an embarrassing problem. Luckily there are simple, effective steps you can take to control it.

Make your teeth your crowning glory
While you might not be the type of person who risks losing your front teeth in a bar fight, it may happen that a tooth gets knocked out by a fall.

Put your money where your mouth is
Periodontitis, or gum disease, is responsible for more than 80% of tooth loss after the age of 35. It is second only to the common cold as the most common of human diseases.

Carbs can rot your teeth
You know that sugary drinks and foods are bad for your teeth. But what most people tend to forget is that many other foods and beverages also cause tooth decay.

Save that tooth
Is your teen into contact sports? Then there's a very real chance that he could lose a tooth during a tough game. Fortunately, quick and proper action can still help save it.