by LID Admin | Nov 14, 2013 | Canberra Dentist, General Dental Care, Interesting Reading
So it has been about two weeks since I started oil pulling for oral health. I must say I am very impressed. Prior to starting this ancient method of keeping your mouth free from harmful bacteria and plaque, I was quite sceptical. But having read the numerous reviews claiming oil pulling to be the best thing since sliced bread, I had to give it a go. So what is the verdict? I am sold! I have been implementing oil pulling into my routine five times per week for two weeks. I have noticed a marked improvement in the colour of my teeth (yes it does help to whiten to an extent), I would recommend oil pulling for those who want to get an even better result with take home trays or Zoom Whitening as a kind of pre-measure, so that you may be able to achieve a few more shades lighter with your in-surgery whitening. It doesn’t end there though, I felt that my mouth overall felt a lot cleaner, my teeth felt polished rather than a bit rough as some of the molars at the back usually don’t get as good a clean as the rest of my teeth! Another improvement worth mentioning was that my gums stopped bleeding upon brushing, they look a lot healthier and a nice pink colour as I had one area which was looking a little worse for wear –it now has become healthy looking. I can’t wait to go to my next check up to have my dentist (Dr Davies – Lasting Impressions Dental of course) tell me how much my oral health...
by LID Admin | Oct 23, 2013 | Dental Decay Prevention, General Dental Care, Interesting Reading, Uncategorized
That’s right, coconut oil may improve your oral health! You may have heard a fair amount of praise surrounding coconut oil, from its would healing abilities to its high cooking smoke point – but have you heard what it can do for you oral health? The technique which is termed ‘oil pulling’ claims to do wonders for your teeth & gums and your overall oral health! Your next dental visit may not be as daunting as you thought when adding this to your daily dental routine. What is Oil Pulling? You must think I have gone bonkers but I have looked into this so called ‘oil pulling’ and it seems to be the real deal. I am currently trying it out myself so I will report back in a few weeks once I have given sufficient time to work its magic. At present I have done it for two days and I have to say, so far it has made my mouth feel much cleaner. Oil pulling is an age-old Ayurvedic remedy that uses natural oils to clean and detoxify teeth and gums. It has for some people even improved the colour of their teeth making them whiter and brighter. There has also been evidence that shows that it is beneficial in improving gums and removing harmful bacteria! So how do you ‘oil pull’? From my internet research most people use 1 teaspoon or a tablespoon of coconut oil of which you place in your mouth. The idea is to swish it around in your mouth for 10-20 minutes (no gargling). You swish and pull the oil through your...
by LID Admin | Oct 23, 2013 | Canberra Dentist, Dental Decay Prevention, Interesting Reading, New Dental Products, Uncategorized
Oral biologists formulated a mint that fights cavities with an ingredient called Cavistat. Cavistat contains two main components that protect the teeth. First, the amino acid arginine metabolizes certain bacteria, which neutralizes the acid generated by sugars. This raises the pH to help prevent damage to teeth. Cavistat also introduces other chemical compounds that protect against the dissolving of the minerals of the teeth. with tooth-decaying, cavity-causing sugar. For the past 40 years, experts have seen a decrease in the amount of tooth decay in children; but according to Centers for Disease Control statistics, the trend is reversing. To tackle the problem, one dental scientist has found a way to use candy to help prevent cavities. Tooth decay in kids has increased 28 percent in the past eight years. Experts believe too many sugary, processed foods and not enough brushing are to blame. A key factor in fighting cavities is found in your mouth. “Saliva is the great protector against cavities,” said Israel Kleinberg, D.D.S., Ph.D., an oral biologist at Stony Brook University in Stony Brook, N.Y. Dr. Kleinberg says 40 years of research and more than $1 billion has been spent trying to figure out what saliva has that fights tooth decay. “I’m one of the pioneers in that as a whole new science,” Dr. Kleinberg said. “It’s where one mixes dentistry and biochemistry.” Dr. Kleinberg discovered how saliva’s chemistry helps teeth neutralize the acidity created from eating food by balancing the pH levels in the mouth. “[It’s] like if you’ve got a swimming pool,” Dr. Kleinberg said. “You have got to get the pH right. If you’ve...
by LID Admin | Sep 17, 2013 | Canberra Dentist, Dentistry for kids, General Dental Care, Interesting Reading, Uncategorized
It is alarming to think that dental decay is the most widespread chronic disease in children and a study by the University of Adelaide under the leadership of Associate Professor Loc Do wants to know why and what can be done to combat it. Associate Professor Do points out that dental health cannot be viewed in isolation. Diet, general health and economic circumstances all play a role. He emphasised the role preventative dental care plays in good dental health. The study, to be undertaken of up to 1800 pre school-aged children, will yield information that can be used to focus on improvements to oral health. One sure way ensuring sound dental health is a regular dental check up. Children need regular check ups as much as adults do and these should form part of your family’s health plan. The dentists at Lasting Impressions Dental know that regular check ups are critical as potential problems can be detected early and treated before they become more serious. They know too, that it can be difficult finding the time to get the kids to the dentist with all the commitments kids and and families have these days. School holidays are a great time for kids to see the dentist. No clashes with sport, school, homework or after school activities and for the September/October school holidays we are offering a special deal on children’s checkups! So there really isn’t a better time to tick this job off your to- do list. Call 6240 8383 today. For full details of school holiday specials click here: http://lastingimpressionsdental.com.au/2013/09/16/school-holiday-check-up-specials-23-monday-september-to-friday-12-october-2013/ For details of the University of Adelaide...
by LID Admin | Sep 2, 2013 | General Dental Care, Interesting Reading
It was disturbing to read in the accompanying article (click here to read article) that the level of tooth decay in Aussie kids is as high as in some third world countries. Not only should kids be brushing morning and night, they should also have regular dental check ups to ensure any decay is treated before it becomes serious. I know it’s hard to get the kids to brush without reminders, but if they get into the habit it can help prevent tooth decay and save you money. Even harder is get them into the habit of reducing their consumption of sugar- laden foods, but if they can be trained to finish off with an apple or a quick brush you will be doing their teeth a favour. We know it can be difficult scheduling a visit to the dentist during term time, so why not schedule a dental check up for the kids in the next school holidays? To make an appoint with Lasting Impressions Dental Phone us on 6249 8383 Lasting Impressions Dental, your Canberra City dentist...
by LID Admin | Aug 27, 2013 | Interesting Reading, Uncategorized
Billions Worldwide Suffer from Major Tooth Decay Billions of people across the globe are suffering from major untreated dental problems, according to a new report led by Professor Wagner Marcenes of Queen Mary, University of London, published in the Journal of Dental Research. Professor Marcenes of the Institute of Dentistry at Queen Mary led an international research team investigating oral health as part of the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2010 study. The report shows that oral conditions affect as many as 3.9bn people worldwide — over half the total population. Untreated tooth decay or cavities in permanent teeth — also known as dental caries — was the most common of all 291 major diseases and injuries assessed by the GBD 2010 study, affecting 35 per cent of the world population. “There are close to 4bn people in the world who suffer from untreated oral health conditions that cause toothache and prevent them from eating and possibly sleeping properly, which is a disability,” comments Professor Marcenes. “This total does not even include small cavities or mild gum diseases, so we are facing serious problems in the population’s oral health.” The GBD 2010 estimated that the disability associated with severe tooth loss was between those reported for moderate heart failure and moderate consequences of stroke. Oral conditions accounted for an average health loss of 224 years per 100,000 people (years lived with disability or YLDs) — more than 25 out of 28 categories of cancer assessed in the GBD 2010 study. The study found that the global burden of oral conditions is shifting from severe tooth loss towards severe periodontitis and...
