DIY Dentistry Disasters - Don't Try This At Home
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DIY dentistry might seem tempting, but the risks far outweigh any perceived savings. These DIY at-home dental treatments, often promoted online, promise sparkling teeth and pearly whites, but the reality can be a financial and dental nightmare. Not only are the results of DIY dentistry unpredictable and potentially disastrous, but you could end up spending more on fixing the damage caused by DIY dental procedures than on proper dental care from a professional. Dr Rachel Hall Holistic Dentist explains.
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10 Mistakes Your Making That Are Ruining Your Teeth
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Everyday habits that wreak havoc with your smile. Unknowingly chipping away at your pearly whites? From crunching on ice cubes to using your teeth as a bottle opener, to the everyday oral hygiene habits can damage your smile. This video dives into the surprising mistakes secretly sabotaging your teeth, revealing the hidden dangers behind seemingly harmless actions and supposedly good advice from your dentist. Learn how to keep your smile healthy and bright, and discover the dental dos and don'ts you need to know for a lifetime of great teeth and gums without harming your smile. Dr Rachel Hall...
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How What You Eat Impacts The Health of Your Gums
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The health of your teeth and gums can be affected by the foods you eat. Micronutrients, vitamins and minerals can support your dental health. Find out what foods you should be eating to help you have healthy teeth and gums, and prevent gum disease and dental issues. Dr Rachel Hall Brisbane Holistic Dentist discusses what to eat for healthy gums, gum disease prevention and to stop gum recession.
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Foods To Eat To Fix Gum Recession and Gum Disease
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The health of your teeth and gums can be affected by the foods you eat. Micronutrients, vitamins and minerals can support your dental health. Find out what foods you should be eating to help you have healthy teeth and gums, and prevent gum disease and dental issues.
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Can You Fix Gum Recession At Home
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Can receding gums grow back? Gum recession can make your teeth look long and old and make them very sensitive. Can you fix them yourself at home? Discover why gums recede, how to stop gum recession and what you can do at home to fix it.
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How Poor Nutrition Alters Your Dental Health
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Gum and Teeth Trouble? It Might Be What's Missing From Your Plate! Ever notice your gums feeling a little sore after a night of sugary treats? It's not just your imagination! What you eat plays a huge role in your mouth's health. Skimp on the right nutrients, and you could be setting yourself up for gum disease, tooth decay, and even weaker defences against oral infections. But don't worry, this isn't a recipe for dental disaster! We're about to crack the code on what your diet needs to be a fortress against these threats. Discover the superstar vitamins and minerals that keep your smile...
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Replacing Ugly Looking Metal Amalgam Fillings? What You Need To Know This First
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Got ugly dark, grey or black fillings in your teeth and want to get them changed? There are some things you need to know first as these dark ugly fillings called amalgam are a mixture of metals and one of them could be bad for your health. Beyond aesthetics, there's actually a hidden reason you might want to consider an upgrade of those metal fillings to natural-looking white ones. Turns out, those dark fillings are often the result of a metal called mercury. While some folks worry about the health risks of mercury fillings, the bigger concern for you might be how they make YOU feel about your...
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Why You Should NOT Get A Dental Implant
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Dental implants aren't always the best option and this podcast shares the risks of implants and why you shouldn't get them. There are several reasons why dental implants might not be right for you. Holistic Dentist Dr Rachel Hall discusses the pros and cons of dental implants and why there are times you should not get one.
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Does Gum Disease Cause Heart Attacks
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Turns out, what happens in your mouth can have a surprising impact on your heart. That's right, unhealthy gums might be more than just bad breath – they could be upping your risk of a heart attack! Want to know the shocking truth behind this mouth-heart connection? Buckle up, because we're about to reveal the science and, more importantly, what you can do to fight back and keep your ticker happy (and your smile healthy!)
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Sugar is NOT The Cause of Tooth Decay - This is
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Sugar on its own cannot cause tooth decay. This podcast challenges the idea that sugar is the only cause of tooth decay. It offers ways to halt and even reverse cavities, with methods you can use at home. You eat sugary or starchy foods. Bacteria in your mouth feed on these, releasing acids as a byproduct. The acid attacks your tooth enamel, which is made of minerals like calcium and phosphate. This weakens the enamel. Ideally, saliva washes away food particles and neutralizes the acid. Minerals from your saliva and food can then rebuild (remineralize) the enamel. However, if the acid...
info_outlineSugar on its own cannot cause tooth decay. This podcast challenges the idea that sugar is the only cause of tooth decay. It offers ways to halt and even reverse cavities, with methods you can use at home.
You eat sugary or starchy foods. Bacteria in your mouth feed on these, releasing acids as a byproduct. The acid attacks your tooth enamel, which is made of minerals like calcium and phosphate. This weakens the enamel. Ideally, saliva washes away food particles and neutralizes the acid. Minerals from your saliva and food can then rebuild (remineralize) the enamel. However, if the acid attack is too frequent or intense, demineralization wins, leading to cavities. Here's where the holistic approach comes in...