Even on the parts of your skin where you don’t traditionally grow hair, you still have hair follicles. You have close to 5 million of these follicles on your body, even though the majority of them do not grow hair that is noticeable. This is a throwback to when humans didn’t have the benefits of central heating, lived in caves, and needed thick fur for protection. So since you can grow a hair almost anywhere on your body, the sebaceous gland directly underneath these follicles can become clogged, which leads to a pimple.…
Toothache can be an incredibly stressful and debilitating experience for otherwise healthy people. Often, the onset is very sudden, and over-the-counter painkillers aren’t always enough to get you through the day. If you’re suffering from tooth pain, whether it’s sharp and sudden, dull and throbbing, or somewhere in between, the following tips might just help see you through:
1. Clove Oil
A natural, essential oil extracted from the clove plant, clove oil is a natural antiseptic which not only helps to prevent the spread of bacteria around the affected area, but also effectively numbs the pain of the aching tooth.…
When it comes to any kind of personal treatments, it is not unusual for people to be concerned with their personal image and welfare. As an example, there’s the topic of tooth whitening. In this case, one may choose to follow dentist tooth whitening procedures or home based whitening procedures. Why should you bother with dentists if you can whiten your teeth comfortably at home?
Conversely, why should you risk the health of your teeth at home when you can get professional and safe results with a dentist?…
Most dentists will ask to see you for 6-monthly check ups. They will also expect to give your teeth a full clean at these visits. Some people, however, get to hear those magic words from their dentist, ‘I don’t need to see you for another year’. If you are maintaining high enough standards of dental hygiene and cleanliness at home, your dentist may be happy to leave longer gaps between check-ups.…
If you’ve been looking for dental services, you are bound to have come across the term ‘cosmetic dentist’ or ‘cosmetic services’ a lot. If you’re not familiar with cosmetic dentistry, you’re going to be wondering what it is and how it relates to your dental health. Read on to see if cosmetic services are a good thing and whether you need them.
What is cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is a description of dental services whose main aim is to improve the appearance of your teeth and related dental structures.…
Are you interested in getting a whiter smile, but are not sure what type of teeth whitening option to choose? There are different kinds of teeth whitening options out there, and by choosing the right one you can enjoy a whiter smile at the right price for you. With that thought in mind here are the top teeth whitening options out there:
Pharmacy Products
There are a variety of teeth whitening kits that you can find at your local pharmacy, and they are as follows:…
It’s typically recommended that people see a dentist every six months, or at least annually, for a good checkup and cleaning of their teeth and gums. Between these visits, there may be times when it’s obvious that you need to see a dentist, such as when you chip or break a tooth, but there are other symptoms of needed dental work that you may be overlooking. You might also be surprised at the services a dentist can offer you when it comes to your overall health and not just your oral health.…
It seems as if every new day brings with it another ‘miracle remedy’, steeped in ancient folklore and promising to rid you of your dependence on vaguely nasty-sounding chemicals. The technique known as oil pulling is often categorised along with the rest of the pseudo-scientific scams that are flooding the modern medical scene—however, oil pulling has some genuine history backing it up.
What is it?
Put simply, oil pulling is the practice of swishing and holding oil in the mouth, usually coconut oil but sometimes sunflower, vegetable or sesame oil.…
A good night’s sleep is more important to your overall health than many people realise. During sleep your body restores and repairs its cells and gets the rest it needs to stay energised throughout the next day. Sleep must be undisturbed for a full night in order to get maximum benefit, but often snoring and sleep apnea (a cessation of breathing during sleep) interfere with healthy sleep. Misaligned teeth can also interfere with sleep.…
