4 things all men should do for their health
June 10-16 is Men’s Health Week and to celebrate we’re sharing our 4 top tips for optimising men’s health. The below tips should be considered in addition to eating a balanced diet, regular movement and reducing stress. Reduce exposure to chemicals Chemicals found in everyday products have been shown to be harmful to men’s health. […]
What causes receding gums (and what you can do about it)
Receding gums are a symptom of gum disease. Gum disease is one of the most common diseases in the world. Our mouths are full of bacteria, most are beneficial while some can be harmful. In gum disease, there is a build-up of harmful bacteria in the soft tissue pockets, which causes the gums to pull […]
The role bacteria plays in gum disease and tooth decay – what you can do
It may be surprising to learn but your mouth is home to an estimated 300 different species of bacteria. Bacteria are teeny tiny living beings that move, eat, grow, reproduce and discharge waste. It is waste from these organisms that causes dental plaque. Plaque allows bacteria to stick to the teeth longer, eventually producing acids. These acids wear down […]
Vitamins for good oral health and which foods to find them in
A few weeks ago we wrote a blog post on the link between vitamin deficiency and tooth decay. We talked about the importance of consuming foods in their natural form and eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and good quality protein. Specific vitamins A, D and C were also highlighted as particularly important for […]
The importance of movement for oral health and how sprinting can help
We want people to move. Movement is what we are designed to do. At SHDC, we see the detrimental effects that poor posture and a sedentary lifestyle has on our patient’s every day. What has posture got to do with dentistry you may ask? Well, poor posture can create tension in the muscles of the head, neck […]
4 simple tips to improving your morning routine and have a productive day
A good morning routine can set the tone for an awesome and productive day. However with our busy lifestyles we can often become time poor and start sacrificing things like our morning routine. Below are our top tips for starting your day the best way you can: A good morning routine starts the night before. So […]
Saliva 101
When you think about good oral and general health saliva may not be one of the first things that comes to mind, but it plays a huge role in everything from tooth protection to food digestion. Food + Saliva = a match made in biochemical heaven Mastication is the act of chewing which begins the breakdown […]
Hygienist Advice: Tooth Whitening
Do you want a smile that “lights up the room”? Over the past two decades, tooth whitening or bleaching has become one of the most popular aesthetic dental treatments. Just like we all have different hair and skin colour, people also have different tooth colour. Aging can also help teeth to look yellower. Some of […]
Hygienist Advice: How nutrition influences our oral health
Teeth are critical in food acquisition and processing. When looking at the mouth, we are looking at the first step to the digestive system. The following points illustrate the influence our nutrition has on the health of our mouth… 1. Keep chewing The jaw is a muscular system influenced by excerise. Research shows that underdeveloped […]
The importance of jaw joints
Jaw joints play a crucial role when chewing. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located at the front of the middle ear with a pressure-bearing disc separating the jawbone (mandible) from the skull (temporal bone). The disc within the jaw joint has evolved to absorb the heavy load of chewing and doesn’t contain nerves or blood vessels. If your jaw […]