Gum Disease Home Remedy In Your Kitchen

For those of us with a sweet tooth, there is good news on the dental front. Despite the fact that raisins are sweet and sticky, scientists at the University of Illinois in Chicago have found them to contain compounds that prevent tooth decay and gingivitis. There are a number of constituents in raisins that address the problem of plaque-causing bacteria in the mouth. Some, like oleanolic acid are...

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The milk factor in healthy teeth

All parents want their children to have beautiful smiles. . . showing off healthy teeth. It's a sense of achievement to know they have raised healthy and happy children. And good dental health means looking after your teeth to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. MOST parents are aware that one of the ways to keep teeth healthy is by brushing regularly but what many are not aware of is the important...

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Dental Insurance. Biting on the cost for private treatment

This spring the British Government is forcing a new service contract on dentists including new pay scales, changes in opening hours and surgery arrangements. Now dentists are not normally a complaining profession, but there's now open rebellion amongst them about this new contract. And they're determined not to be bullied. As a result, thousands of dentists are refusing to accept the new contract and will quit the NHS at the end of March. This will create mayhem for clients - and especially for the five million of us who seek emergency treatment for toothache each year! Many clients seeking...

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Could A Novel Toothbrush Topper Knock Out Bad Breath?

You're so used to that minty, fresh taste of toothpaste kick-starting you awake every morning that you just can't dream of doing away with it. Well, you don't have to. . . just make sure you brush with something else added to your toothbrush, and you might find you've kissed bad breath goodbye! Please Pass the Salt Would you believe that something as simple as salt and pepper on your brush goes a long way in preventing and checking bad breath? The combination gets rid of bacteria build-up in the mouth and promises you cleaner, fresher breath. So get those pepper and salt shakers off your dining...

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