There are many reasons why gums can itch, from an allergic reaction to issues with teeth. What are the possible causes, and are itchy gums an early warning sign that can help prevent other health problems? Gums are the soft tissue surrounding the teeth that provide a seal around each tooth. Healthy gums are essential…

Most people do not think about how or how often they are breathing. A person will typically breathe in and out through their nose, allowing the nasal passages to warm and moisten the air they take in. However, some people breathe in and out mostly through their mouth instead. This is known as mouth breathing….

People often decide to have their wisdom teeth removed, as they can cause painful, aching gums. How can wisdom teeth pain be relieved at home before their removal? Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to break through the gums. They grow at the very back of a person’s mouth. There are normally four wisdom teeth…

Research in twins has found that tooth decay results from oral hygiene, and not from a person’s genes. The composition of our oral bacteria when we are very young is predominantly influenced by our genetic background. But as we age, this heritable factor wanes and non-heritable ones such as diet and oral hygiene play a stronger role…

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease, which in turn, can lead to tooth loss. Fortunately, gingivitis can be treated easily at home, but which home remedies work best? Symptoms of gingivitis include red, swollen, inflamed gums that may bleed when a person brushes their teeth. Gingivitis is common, despite the fact that it…

A recent study published in the International Journal for Quality in Health Care found that 3.5% of all emergency department visits analysed were ‘avoidable’. Of these, the top 3 discharge diagnoses were alcohol abuse, dental disorders, and mood disorders such as anxiety or depression. A significant find since ‘avoidable’ emergency department visits can impact the…

Do you feel like your implant cases aren’t progressing? Colin Campbell explains why The Campbell Academy may have the answer. Are you stuck in a dental implant rut? Are you scared to progress to more complicated cases? Does almost every case that you see feel like it is out of your comfort zone? There is…

A dead tooth can be painful and change color. A tooth is referred to as being ‘dead’ when there is no longer any blood flow to it. Sometimes this is also known as a ‘non-vital tooth.’ Both tooth decay and an injury can cause a dead tooth. In this article, we look at the common symptoms,…

Yellow nail syndrome is a complex condition causing yellowing of the nails. Although its name implies it is a cosmetic issue, yellow nail syndrome is actually a complex, potentially painful disorder that affects multiple body systems. It usually appears in people over age 50. Yellow nail syndrome is considered to be very rare, with less…

Emma Hutchison describes the hygienists’ role in the rise of dental implants. When I qualified in 2001 I had sparse knowledge of dental implants and little experience in practice, very few people had dental implants at the time. Now, increasingly more people are choosing to restore their dentition with implants to achieve a greater quality…