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Fixing the less serious causes of bad breath
Fixing bad breath depends on what’s causing it. In 80 to 90 percent of cases, bad breath is caused by something in the mouth. Bacteria in the form of plaque, followed by cavities and gum disease, are...
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Floss your way to healthier teeth and better breath
If you read articles from any of the medical or health web sites, you’ll see how often the experts recommend regular flossing as part of your daily dental care regimen. Here at Pine Mountain Dental...
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Dry mouth: Unpleasant but treatable
We all need saliva to moisten and cleanse our mouths and digest food. Saliva also prevents infection by controlling bacteria and fungi in the mouth. When we don’t produce enough saliva, our mouth gets...
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Dental floss – the options boggle the mind
Most of my patients know I tend to be a nag about the importance of regular flossing – it’s such an effective way to remove those tiny, hard-to-reach particles from behind and between teeth that even...
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Your Smile and Summertime Foods and Beverages
During the summer, you’re probably going to attend a lot of parties, and with parties come a variety of beverages and snacks. Summertime drinks include soda, sports drinks, white wine, beer, and...
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An easy list for healthy, clean teeth
Get a sparkling smile by following simple daily habits like brushing your teeth regularly, cutting down on sugar intake between meals and limiting your alcohol intake and smoking. A worn out...
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When is the best time for children to brush teeth?
A Dental Surgeon at Ladoke Akintola University Teaching Hospital (LAUTH), Osogbo, Juliet Ogunlela, said on Thursday that fast food posed threat to oral hygiene in children. Ms. Ogunlela, who spoke...
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5 ways to deal with bad breath
Just as nobody likes a whiner, nobody likes bad breath. It’s a powerful way to make a bad first impression. But the good news is that there are relatively simple ways to take care of halitosis. Much...
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Is Licorice Another Naturally Occurring Bacteria Fighter?
Dried licorice root—an herb sometimes used to treat sore throats, respiratory and digestive problems and other disorders—might be an effective agent to fight the bacteria that cause tooth decay and...
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