Dentophobia - how do you overcome your fear of the dentist?
Do you have a toothache and yet you have cancelled your dental appointment again? You are not alone! According to research, as many as 29% of Poles are afraid of going to the dentist and 9% suffer...
Gingivitis: can it be contracted?
Gingivitis is associated with a bacterial infection. Although the inflammation itself is not contagious, the bacteria responsible for its development can be transmitted between people, for example by...
Fibrin for rapid wound healing
Many dental procedures require a special approach that can facilitate the patient's recovery. Will platelet-rich fibrin prove helpful in this? Let's find out.
Tartar? You can remove it
Unsightly tartar can appear on anyone's teeth. Is it harmful? Should we remove it? How much does it cost? We have gathered advice in one place.
Water fluoridation: is it safe for the environment?
Compared to other community caries prevention programmes, water fluoridation has the least environmental impact of the selected sixteen categories and had the least impact on the life expectancy of...
Robotics in the treatment of broken teeth
Modern technology is rapidly changing dental care. In the US, researchers are testing a system that can penetrate even the less accessible areas of the mouth.
Scaling and sandblasting of teeth - indications and contraindications
A beautiful and healthy smile is the dream of many of us. Proper hygiene is the first step to achieving the smile of your dreams. Scaling and sandblasting services are available in dental surgeries...
How to deal with bad breath in the morning?
An unpleasant smell, despite brushing our teeth in the evening, appears in our mouths every morning. Is there a way to deal with this problem?
E-cigarettes and oral health and periodontal disease
Electronic cigarettes are relatively popular - proponents of the novel nicotine-containing products argue that they are considerably safer than smoking regular cigarettes. On the other hand, however,...
Gum abscess - treatment options
The appearance of pus is always a sign of ongoing inflammation that requires treatment. Home remedies such as rinsing or taking anti-inflammatory and painkillers do not remove the cause of the...
Risk factors and symptoms of oral mycosis
Oral mycosis can lead to a variety of symptoms, some of which can even be very distressing for patients. Usually it is not a serious health hazard, but in some individuals the infection may spread....
Fear of contracting COVID-19 and visiting the dentist
In the wake of the pandemic, many people are avoiding visiting various places, including doctors' surgeries. While some appointments can indeed be postponed, for others it is impossible to do so -...
The problem of bad breath
Bad breath is a condition that causes great discomfort and embarrassment on many occasions. However, it can even be the result of very serious health problems. The main and most frequent cause of bad...
Oral health and COVID-19: hygiene neglect can promote infection
COVID-19 is a disease that has been constantly talked about since 2020. Mention is made of both the ever-increasing variants of the coronavirus and the possible consequences of the disease it causes....
Cracked tooth - causes, symptoms, what should be done?
As well as being an aesthetic issue, a cracked tooth can also cause unpleasant discomfort. Pain during chewing or sudden sensitivity can be signs of a cracked tooth. What should be done in such a...
Emerging wisdom teeth - how to relieve pain?
When wisdom teeth come through, it is usually accompanied by pain. The discomfort and unpleasant feeling when the eights come out may subside on their own, but in some cases, active treatment and the...
Calcium and teeth, or how calcium deficiency harms the human dentition?
It is well known that calcium is an extremely important mineral for human bones. In the human body, however, it does not only affect the skeleton - the condition of human teeth also depends on the...
Salt water mouthwash - what do you need to know?
While pharmacies and other shops sell mouthwashes, there are alternative, home remedies for relief. Rinsing your mouth with salt water can help keep it clean and relieve discomfort from sore throats,...
Lipomas in the mouth - how to proceed
Small wounds, micro-lesions, aphthous and sometimes also lipomas can appear in the oral mucosa. What are the latter and how are they treated?
Gum recession: what is it and what can help us?
The receding gums (professionally known as gingival recession) are, in spite of appearances, a serious problem because, among other things, they promote tooth decay. The most important thing is to...
