One more with feeling: how to brush your teeth
“TO RINSE or not to rinse?”
We chanced upon this article published in Popular Science. It is interesting reading, saying that “you might be...
After cancer treatment
HEAD AND neck cancer survivors often encounter serious after-effects of radiation, surgery, and chemo.
Head and neck squamous cell cancer, for example, can affect the...
The case against sugar (Part 2)
THERE IS a clear relationship between sugars consumption and tooth decay or dental caries.
Dental caries results when plaque forms on the surface of...
The case against sugar (Part 1)
DENTAL caries is a major public health problem globally and is the most widespread noncommunicable disease (NCD) worldwide, affecting 2.5 billion people.
That’s what the...
Patient – dentist ratio
ESTIMATING the exact number of practicing dentists in the Philippines is challenging.
This is because different sources report different figures, and not all registered dentists...
Smiling across borders
IN RECENT years, the Philippines has emerged as an increasingly popular destination for dental tourism.
This is tourism that involves traveling abroad specifically for dental...
Revolutionizing modern dentistry
DENTAL implants have emerged as one of the most effective solutions for replacing missing teeth.
They offer both functional and aesthetic benefits.
Unlike traditional dentures or...
The unsung hero
WHEN IT comes to maintaining a healthy smile, brushing often takes center stage.
There’s another essential tool that plays a crucial role in oral hygiene:...
Protector of smiles
FLUORIDE is one of the most important elements in modern dentistry and public health.
Known for its powerful ability to prevent tooth decay, fluoride has...
The tube: a daily essential
TOOTHPASTE is one of the most common and essential products used in daily oral hygiene.
Found in nearly every household, it plays a vital role...