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09/06/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Prevent periodontal disease with the myrobalan, a native fruit of South Asia

You don’t hear a lot of talk about periodontal disease, but it is actually more common than you may think. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine discusses how the ethanol extracts of the myrobalan (Terminalia chebula) (EETC) can be used to remedy the problem. Periodontal disease is a broad term referring […]

09/02/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Green tea promotes healthy teeth and gums

According to a recent study, the antioxidants in green tea could be the key to preventing periodontal disease. Green tea is a popular beverage choice in Asian culture. It has been around for more than 4,000 years, and is becoming more popular in the United States. Ancient Chinese and Japanese medicine consider the consumption of green […]

08/12/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Ditch your toxic-laden toothpaste! Here’s a natural way to control dental plaque

Science has consistently linked oral health to overall well-being. How you take care of that hole in your face affects how well you feel in general. It seems strange, then, that people take care of such an important body part by filling it with toxic chemicals. Most people have heard of chlorhexidine, the most common mouthwash ingredient […]

08/09/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Study: Naturally controlling dental plaque using botanical extracts

A 24-hour plaque re-growth, double-blind, randomized crossover trial supported preliminary findings that a mouthwash containing natural extracts was better at maintaining oral hygiene than standard chemicals. Authors of the study, which was published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, concluded that their results suggest an alternative means for people to control dental plaque and improve […]

07/22/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Prevent tooth decay with this native plant from Papua, known as sarang semut

Dental caries, more commonly known as tooth decay, is a greater problem than it seems, largely because of its impact on your general health and your quality of life. Most of it is blamed on the effects of bacterial biofilms on the teeth, such as those produced by Streptococcus mutans. A study published in the […]

06/18/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

The science behind oil pulling explains how it improves oral health

Known as “gandusha” to Ayurvedic healers, oil pulling is an ideal oral detoxification procedure done by swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth for around 20 minutes. The process – as simple as it seems to be – has been observed to dramatically improve oral health and prevent the formation of plaque between teeth. […]

04/03/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Natural toothpaste reduces risk of cavities: Herbal toothpaste found to raise mouth pH, reduce sugar in saliva

Not all kinds of toothpaste are equal: Some of them have fluoride and other toxic ingredients, while others help your body manage its blood sugar. Herbal toothpaste, in particular, can reduce levels of salivary glucose and improve pH levels of saliva, according to researchers from Jawahar Medical Foundation’s Annasaheb Chudaman Patil Memorial Dental College (ACPM Dental College). This can […]

02/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Causes and solutions for bad morning breath

It doesn’t matter if you’re talking to your significant other or the dentist – morning breath is always a cause for embarrassment. Aside from poor dental hygiene, morning breath can be caused by other factors such as snoring and chewing gum. There’s no sure way of preventing morning breath, but according to dentist Dr. Mark […]

12/05/2017 / By Janine Acero

The mouth is a first responder for the immune system: New study provides clues for how the body defends against oral invaders

New research has identified how the mouth acts as a trigger for the immune system’s defenses to kick in once the fungus Candida albicans – which causes oral thrush – has invaded the body. The international team, led by the researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, studied how microbes inside the mouth called commensals, which are […]

11/08/2017 / By Derek Henry

An unconventional approach to dental health that works

One of the greatest fears for most people is a trip to the dentist, especially if they know there is work to be done. The grinding, pulling, smells, and needles are not exactly a situation that drums up warm and cozy feelings. But it has to be done, right? Well, yes and no. If your […]

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