A person demonstrating the correct technique for brushing teeth with an electric toothbrush, highlighting the brush's position and movement.

Here’s How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly with an Electric Toothbrush

BLOG Here’s How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly with an Electric Toothbrush From the time the first tooth starts to appear in a baby’s mouth, we are taught to care about our teeth. Of course, at that age, there’s someone handling all the cleaning. However, it’s safe to say that brushing your teeth is one…

Shocking things Hiding In Your Toothpaste ? Exploring Ingredients for Better Oral Health

Shocking things Hiding In Your Toothpaste ? Exploring Ingredients for Better Oral Health

BLOG What’s Hiding in Your Toothpaste? Exploring Ingredients for Better Oral Health Toothpaste is a staple in daily hygiene routines, crucial in maintaining oral health. However, not everyone is aware of what goes into this everyday item. This exploration into toothpaste ingredients for oral health isn’t just about identifying what’s used to clean teeth but…

Shedding light on how oral bacteria can aggravate rheumatoid arthritis

Shedding light on how oral bacteria can aggravate rheumatoid arthritis

Periodontal disease, which affects the gums and tissues that surround the teeth, is one of the most prevalent dental conditions worldwide. Most often caused by the formation and accumulation of bacterial biofilm around the teeth, periodontal disease can ultimately lead to tooth loss if left unattended.

Bacteria involved in gum disease linked to increased risk of head and neck cancer

Bacteria involved in gum disease linked to increased risk of head and neck cancer

In the current study, the investigators analyzed bacterial and fungal DNA from the spit samples. Then, they identified 236 patients who were diagnosed with HNSCC and compared the DNA of their oral microbes with that of 458 randomly selected study subjects who had remained cancer-free. In their research, the team accounted for factors known to play a role, such as age, race, and how often they smoked cigarettes or drank alcohol.