Dr Alldritt said it was particularly alarming to find those who were aware of the Dentists are warning high levels of sugar and acids in many sports drinks can have a harmful impact on a person's oral health. Australian Dental Association [ADA] committee chair Dr...

Healthy gums and teeth are important to your child's overall health. This is why your child's doctor will talk with you about good dental habits even before your child's first tooth appears. Once your child has a tooth, your doctor may recommend that your child...

Brush, Book, Bed, a program of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), has a simple and clear message for parents: Each night, help your children to brush their teeth. Read a favorite book (or two)! Get to bed at a regular time each night. Having a predictable...

Have you ever wondered why the American Dental Association and your dentist recommend you come back every six months? It’s because regular dental visits are essential for the maintenance of healthy teeth and gums. And in between those examinations, it’s important that...

There may be a new fruit you should add to your diet. Recent studies have shown that pomegranates have numerous health benefits. The pomegranate is a fleshy red fruit containing numerous vibrant seeds. It is seen in salads, in addition to the numerous pomegranates...

Your mouth is your body’s initial point of contact with the nutrients you consume. So naturally, what you put in your mouth impacts not only your general health but also the health of your teeth and gums. Did you know that certain foods can put you at risk for...

If one or more of your teeth are missing, there are a number of ways to replace them. An alternative to bridges, partials or complete dentures may be dental implants. Implants are used to replace missing roots and support artificial replacement teeth. They are...

Many of us brush our teeth on autopilot, but our teeth and gums need TLC if you want to keep them healthy. And you know you’re not fooling anyone at the dentist’s office when you say you floss regularly--they can tell whether you are or not, and in truth, you’re only...

Dental caries, commonly known as tooth decay, is the single most common chronic childhood disease. In fact, it is an infectious disease. Mothers with cavities can transmit caries-producing oral bacteria to their babies when they clean pacifiers by sticking them in...

Each member of your dental health team plays an important role. Dentist As the leader of your oral health team, your dentist brings years of specialized education to understanding your oral health. Only dentists can examine your teeth, gums and mouth, and recognize...

Teenagers can be tough on their teeth. They may be so busy with school, jobs, sports and social activities that they don't find time to brush. They also tend to eat a lot of junk food. Combine the two and you've got a situation ripe for tooth decay. Not surprisingly,...