ENOUGH lecturing, you say – I floss properly, and I will eat a balanced diet. I will even give up my nightly chocolate bar …

IT generally seems that the social spotlight has moved away from HIV infection and is focused on COVID- 19. While this is understandable, please …

Cariogenicity refers to the susceptibility of tooth decay which is an infectious disease powerfully affected by the diet and by the pattern of its …

OF all eight specialist fields in dentistry, more dentists pursue periodontics than any other. A primary reason likely has to do with the fact …

DENTISTS occasionally encounter patients who suffer from agonizing pain somewhere in the mouth, which often includes areas of the face and neck. After routine …

UNDOUBTEDLY, at some time in our lives, we will all suffer from pharyngitis or sore throat. But while this seems normal, the cause and …

CONVENTIONAL dentistry has certainly helped a great number of people to enjoy good dental function for many years. It respects the fact that the …

NO patient should suffer any deterioration of health because of dental treatment. Therefore, it is essential to establish as clearly as possible, within practical …

VALENTINE’S Day was almost a week ago, and it’s a good time to do an annual bad-breath check to ensure your “kissability.” Although chocolate …

THERE can be no doubt that haemorrhage (bleeding) is frequently associated with the profession of dentistry. Also, no one can deny that bleeding after …