The European Union bans silver amalgams - why and how does it affect us as patients?
As some of you may already know thanks to the media, on 1 January 2025 a European Union measure in favour of public health came into force, banning the use of dental amalgam in new restorations. Although it has been out of use in Spain for [...]
This Valentine's Day care for your heart through your mouth
Today, February 14th, we celebrate love, Valentine's Day, as we all know, but taking advantage of how linked this date is to the heart, our vital engine, did you know that it also commemorates the day of Congenital Heart Disease? And did you know that oral health can be key to prevent complications and prevent the development of oral diseases?
Is there a link between dental health and obesity?
As we have already mentioned on different occasions in this blog, the human body is a whole made up of different systems that are not totally independent of each other, i.e. changes that affect one of them influence the rest. For this reason, the relationship between obesity and oral health is a [...]
How do I know if I need an unloading splint?
Have you ever woken up with pain in your jaw, facial muscles or even a headache with no apparent cause? These symptoms, along with wear and tear on your teeth, may be signs that you need a mouthguard. In our dental clinic in Murcia, we come across many patients [...]
I have a swollen palate: what's wrong?
Swollen palate can have multiple causes, from mild factors to conditions that require more immediate attention. These are some of the most common: 1. Burns or irritations: One of the most common reasons is the consumption of very hot foods or drinks, which can cause burns to the roof of the mouth. These burns are usually temporary, [...]
Mewing: Miracle facial exercise or unscientific technique?
An in-depth analysis of a controversial facial technique Mewing has burst onto the beauty and health scene straight into the trends, and with good reason, because as a facial technique it promises more than surprising results: a more defined jawline, better breathing and deeper sleep. And all, quite simply, [...]
