The relationship between mental health and total physical health has received much attention.
However, little attention has been paid to how mental and oral health might connect.
Inadequate oral hygiene can lead to low self-esteem and social anxiety.
Taking good care of your teeth and gums on a daily basis can help reduce dental problems you might have in the future.
What are some of the lesser-known things to do and avoid for healthy teeth and gums?
Now that the holiday season is fast approaching, it’s that time when a lot of people make New Year’s resolutions.
It is quite common that people make new resolutions such as eating better, getting more exercise and losing weight, which are all good resolutions to make!
However, have you considered your dental health as an objective for the new season? Good dental health habits not just stimulate hale and hearty teeth and a beautiful smile, but contribute to your general wellness.
World No Tobacco Day, sponsored by the World Health Organization, is held on May 31 this year.
It aims to raise the awareness of the damage that tobacco can inflict and encourage people to quit using tobacco in any of its forms.
At EK Dental Surgery, we completely support the WHO in its efforts to decrease tobacco use.