by Dr Stephen Wong | Jan 13, 2025 | Oral Conditions & Issues, Oral Health, Prevention
Is fluoride really great for your teeth? Beyond brushing and flossing lies a fascinating element in oral health that’s both celebrated and questioned: fluoride. This naturally occurring mineral has been hailed by Australian dental professionals as one of our most...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Mar 27, 2024 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
Did you know that gum disease is more common in people with kidney problems than in the general population? The two-way street mouth-kidney connection needs your attention if you are serious about taking a comprehensive approach to whole-body wellbeing. For a bit of...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Feb 29, 2024 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
Is dry mouth a silent signal of sugar imbalance? Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is more than just a minor inconvenience. It’s a common yet often overlooked condition that might be hinting at a deeper and more serious issue—specifically, an imbalance in blood sugar...
by Dr Stephen Wong | May 11, 2023 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Women Oral Health
Pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers, but it also comes with its unique set of challenges. One of these challenges is maintaining good oral health, which is crucial not only for the mother’s well-being but also for the health of the developing...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Apr 15, 2022 | Dental Care, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
In a recently published study by the University of Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine, N.Y., new evidence shows people who are overweight may experience chronic inflammation leading to the development of dental bone loss. More specifically, this bone loss occurred in...
by Dr Stephen Wong | Nov 26, 2021 | Children Oral Health, Dental Care, Dental Checkup & Cleaning, Oral Conditions & Issues, Oral Health, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms
Keeping your child’s teeth clean & plaque-free is not a guarantee in itself for healthy teeth and gums. Your child’s teeth can erode even if their teeth are squeaky clean. Tooth erosion results from direct exposure to food acids, while tooth decay is...