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How to keep your mouth healthy
Clean teeth and gums Having a clean mouth is important. In addition to being healthier, it gives you fresh breath and a nicer smile. When you eat, bits of food, some too small for you to see, remain in your mouth. They feed ...read more
Peridontal disease
Periodontal disease is a major health care issue affecting a large sector of the population. It often goes unnoticed as it is difficult for people to diagnose. The disease can begin at any age from adolescenc...read more
Pregnancy and peridontal disease: a link ?
Although it may seem improbable, a possible link between infection in the gums of pregnant women and a more than sevenfold increase in premature delivery of low birth weight babies has been revealed in a rese...read more
Your workplace and your dental health
The promotion of good dental and oral health is a national priority for health in Scotland. Dental/ oral health is not just a matter of encouraging people to brush their teeth <...read more
