Senior concerns
AS PEOPLE age, maintaining good oral health becomes increasingly important.
Senior citizens face unique dental issues that can significantly impact their overall health, quality of...
What is gum disease, and should you worry
GUN disease is known to dentists as periodontal disease.
It is a common condition that affects the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth. If left...
Why tooth decay
TOOTH decay is one of the most common oral health problems worldwide.
It occurs when the hard surfaces of the teeth are damaged due...
Challenges in Iloilo
FOR MANY residents of Iloilo, maintaining healthy teeth and gums presents ongoing challenges.
Iloilo province combines urban centers such as Iloilo City with more remote...
Oral health in Western Visayas
ORAL HEALTH is an essential component of overall health.
In many regions of the Philippines, including Western Visayas, access to proper dental care remains a...
Bridging the gap
(By Dr. Joseph D. Lim and Dr. Kenneth Lester Lim)
ORAL HEALTH care is an important part of overall well-being.
Yet in many rural areas, it...
Challenges to healthy smiles
ORAL HEALTH is an essential component of overall well-being, yet it often receives less attention than other aspects of healthcare.
In the Philippines, maintaining...
From chew sticks to high tech
BRUSHING our teeth is such an ordinary part of daily life that we rarely stop to think about where the toothbrush came from.
Yet this...
Vaping: the hidden risks
VAPING is the use of electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes.
In recent year, it has become increasingly popular, especially among young adults and teenagers.
Many perceive...
The hidden dangers behind smoking
SMOKING is widely recognized as a major threat to general health.
Its impact on oral health, however, is often underestimated.
The mouth is one of the...