Dental wipes: problematic due to ineffectiveness
In recent times, there has been a growing trend towards the use of dental wipes as a practical alternative to traditional toothbrushing for those occasional moments when we are away from home. As oral health experts, we must sound a note of caution, however, as their ineffectiveness in caring for our oral health [...]
The relationship between orthodontics and speech therapy is becoming increasingly close.
Orthodontics, contrary to popular belief, goes beyond simply aligning teeth but also focuses on improving functionality and oral health. However, in certain specific cases, achieving these goals fully involves considering the crucial role of the speech therapist. Let's explore how the integration of speech-language [...]
Is alcohol harmful to your dental health?
Let's be clear from the outset: yes, alcohol is detrimental to dental health, as it is to health in general, unmitigated. But what is the specific problem? A study in the scientific journal Microbiome, published in 2018, analysed the oral microbiota of a group of people who had [...]
Forked tongue, a problem for your oral health
Body modifications have been, to a greater or lesser degree, part of many cultures for hundreds of years. However, it was not until the advent of the recent contemporary era, just a few decades ago, that these modifications began to spread throughout Western societies such as ours. Thus, it was not until the years [...]
