Do you get bad breath under your face mask? Don’t blame it on the mask. The stench of your “mask breath” actually reveals an existing oral health problem. Your saliva and the moisture in your breath collect in the mask’s fibres, and there’s simply no getting away from...
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are surgically placed into the jawbone. Over the course of several months, the bone surrounding the implant grows, holding it securely in place. Replacement teeth are then attached with a metal connector to the implant,...
Teeth whitening toothpaste may help remove surface stains on your teeth. Some of them contain charcoal which is mildly abrasive and is also able to absorb surface stains to some degree. There is no evidence, though, that teeth whitening toothpaste has any effect on...
Crooked teeth are a type of mal-occlusion, also known as a misalignment of your teeth that can lead to oral health issues. Some people may only have one crooked tooth which causes minimal concerns. However, others may have several crooked teeth. In this article, we’ll...
Transparent or translucent teeth indicate enamel loss. In such instances, the affected teeth may look clear or see-through along the bottom edges you bite food with. This can lead to complications like discoloration and chips. A coat of enamel protects your teeth....
For some people, the joy of smiling might be affected by a condition known as a gummy smile. It’s when your smile reveals more of your gums than you’d like. In clinical terms, it’s called excessive gingival display. Whether you consider your smile “too gummy” is...
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