Today we’re going to examine mouth-breathing. Most people don’t even give this a thought. We already know that mouth-breathing is sort of the butt of many jokes because it can look so unintelligent. Typically, mouth breathing should only be reserved when...
Choosing a toothpaste is a personal decision based on your unique needs, which is why when patients ask us how to select the best toothpaste in NZ, we tell them that there is no “best” toothpaste in the country! Instead, you need to find the best toothpaste for you....
There is a growing body of evidence demonstrating the link between your oral health and your overall health. This means that a healthy smile is a sign of a healthy body, while teeth and gums that are diseased and decayed are symptoms of a body that is out-of-balance...
Bad breath is inevitable. We all suffer from halitosis now and then, whether it’s due to pollen allergies that have you breathing through your mouth or eating a garlicky bowl of pasta, and it’s typically nothing to worry about. If you have chronic bad...
Do you have a white coating on the surface of your tongue? Don’t be embarrassed—most people have this. This coating is a bit like the plaque that coats your teeth; like plaque, it’s made up of food residue and bacteria, and when it’s not removed, it can impact your...
