Oral Health

Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a common yet overlooked disorder of the salivary glands in which they are unable to make enough saliva to keep the mouth wet. The hypofunction of salivary glands often leads to difficulties in chewing ...

Every year, International Coffee Day is celebrated on 1 October. The exact origin of International Coffee Day is unknown. Globally, the day is observed on 1 October but in certain countries, there is National Coffee Day, specific to each nation. In ...

Brushing your teeth regularly is an important part of your dental routine. It helps prevent conditions like tooth decay, bad breath and gingivitis. Also, flossing your teeth before brushing is important as it cleans the tiny crevices between your teeth. Brushing ...

2 September is observed as World Coconut Day every year. The day signifies the importance of enhancing coconut farming with a focus on productivity and product diversification. World Coconut Day was initiated by the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC) headquartered ...

Who doesn't like to have a bite of something sweet? Sweets are always associated with things that are nice and worth having. Indeed, there is nothing wrong with having a bar of chocolate or any other sweet once in a while; ...

Tooth decay and cavities are among the world's most common oral health problems and half the world's population suffer from it. Most often these tooth problems are seen in children, teenagers and older adults. What Causes Cavities? Dental cavities are damaged ...