Dental Hygiene — Page 8

April 30, 2019 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

When Is It Time to Replace Your Toothbrush?

A worn out toothbrush loses its effectiveness to clean teeth, enabling bacteria to thrive, causing damage to gums. When should you replace your toothbrush?

March 29, 2019 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

How Dental Sealant Protects Teeth from Decay

Dental sealant protects the chewing surface of your teeth from bacteria-causing particles that lead to dental decay. Is dental sealant right for you?

February 20, 2019 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

Are You Using Too Much Toothpaste?

If you are covering your entire toothbrush with toothpaste it is too much. How much is the right amount of toothpaste to use for each brushing?

November 20, 2018 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

How Lack of Proper Dental Care Can Affect Diabetes and Glycemic Control

There is a direct correlation between periodontal disease and diabetes. Here’s why regular dental health care is critical to the health of your entire body.

October 31, 2018 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

How Poor Dental Hygiene Affects Your Lungs

Poor dental hygiene habits have been linked to other systemic health issues including breathing. Here's why daily tooth brushing is good for your lungs.

September 29, 2018 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

What Everyone Should Know About Toothpaste

What are the ingredients in toothpaste and how do they function in the prevention of tooth decay?

July 29, 2018 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

Seven Facts About Dental Hygienists

While one of Dental Hygienists' objectives is to relax and comfort the patient to create a stress-free examination, they do a lot more than that.

May 29, 2018 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

The Risks of Avoiding Regular Dental Checkups

With over 700 species of bacteria living in your mouth, here's what can happen to your health when brushing habits and regular checkups fall to the wayside.

April 19, 2018 • Dr. Aekta Fifadara

Your Gums are Receding – Here’s Why

Receding gums cause sensitivity and expose tooth roots. What actually causes recession, what does not help, and how to protect your gums.