Learn More about Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding can be caused by tense jaw muscles or by a misaligned bite. Avoid chewing on objects such as pens and pencils, as well as chewing gum, since it leads to jaw clenching. Key takeaways: Teeth grinding can be caused by anxiety, stress, sleep apnoea, other sleep disorders, and abnormal bite. A sore jaw […]
Your Next Dental Appointment Might Protect You from Pneumonia
Your mouth contains lots of bacteria that are both useful and harmful to your health. You cannot get rid of all these bacteria, but regular dental cleaning eliminates “bad” bacteria that leads to health problems like pneumonia. Key takeaways: Previous research has already established a connection between pneumonia and oral health. Numerous microbes (bacteria, viruses) […]
Coconut Pulling is No Better that Chewing Gum
Researchers are finding the truth about coconut oil in dental health — that it leads to more plaque formation. Key takeaways: Coconut oil is thought to pull out toxins from the mouth as these particles adhere to the fat and are then spat out. Coconut oil was put to the test against sugar-free chewing gum […]
Fossil Analysis of Teeth Reveals Human Diets
Comparison of different teeth can helps show differences in diet across periods in the lifetime on an individual. Wisdom teeth that appear much later will have different information to the canines. Key takeaways: Teeth are preserved very well when fossilized and hold lots of information in the form of isotopes. Newer and more advanced techniques […]
Got dentures? Dental implants improve your life
If you’ve worn dentures, a dental implant can make those dentures more secure – so they become like your natural teeth. Key takeaways: Dental implants are the next best thing to having your own teeth, as they look and feel natural. Implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth or all your teeth. A dental […]
Brushing Teeth Helps Cut Risk of Heart Disease
The Irish Dental Association has espoused the multiple benefits of practicing good oral hygiene. Brushing and flossing the teeth has the benefit of lowering the risk of heart attack, research shows. Key takeaways: New research indicates that thoroughly brushing the teeth to remove plaque will reduce inflammation in the body in effect preventing stroke and heart […]
Oral Health Facts for a Less Scary Halloween
Halloween is certainly filled with chocolates, sweets and other snacks. Sugar intake for children should be limited to 33g per day. Key takeaways: Have alkaline foods such as milk and cheese on Halloween night to help neutralize the buildup of acid in the mouth. Parents should stop their children from eating sweets and chocolates at […]
Is it time for a smile makeover with dental veneers?
If you’ve put up with bad teeth for awhile, it’s time to see your dentist. Dental veneers might be the perfect solution it your teeth have a few flaws – a crooked or chipped tooth, or discoloured, or maybe upper teeth that are a bit too long. Veneers are ultra-thin, custom-made shells shaped like your […]
5 top travelling tips for healthy teeth
It’s that time of year when a lot of our patients are off on their summer holidays. Everyone loves to get some time in the sun however it is also often the time when we forget about looking after our teeth. Here at The Courtyard Clinic we have 5 top tips for keeping your teeth […]
