The human body has millions of bacteria, both good and bad, as part of a complex ecosystem required for it to function properly. These different types of bacteria have to be kept in a delicate balance, or health issues can arise. Nowhere is this more apparent than within your mouth. What can happen if you do not exercise proper oral hygiene?
Analysing the Risks
If the body’s natural defences are in order and you practise good oral health care on a daily basis, then you shouldn’t have too much to worry about.…
Although the materials used to make your dentures seem strong and inflexible, false teeth can change shape in certain circumstances. This can make wearing your dentures a problem. For example, if your denture plate becomes warped, it may move out of its original shape and is unlikely to fit perfectly any longer. When might dentures warp out of shape and what can you do about it?
Heat and Dentures
If you expose a denture to an excessive heat source, the denture may start to mould into a different shape and to show signs of warping.…
If your child was born prematurely, it will have a higher risk of developing certain dental problems, such as enamel hypoplasia, delayed tooth growth or discoloured teeth. The severity of these issues will often depend on how premature your child was. Below is a guide to 3 oral health conditions which can affect premature babies.
Enamel hypoplasia
Enamel hypoplasia is a condition which causes missing or soft enamel on your child’s teeth.…
