Bad breath is a common condition experienced by many people. This condition may cause discomfort or embarrassment and could potentially be an indication of an underlying health condition. In addition to a bad odour, a bad taste may also be experienced in the mouth. If this does not disappear after a good oral care routine […]
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What are mouth Ulcers and how can they be treated? Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores, are small, painful lesions that can develop in the mouth or at the base of the gums. Though these lesions are not contagious and usually go away within a week or two, they can often make eating, drinking, […]
Why use Gengigel First Aid Gel? Gengigel Forte Oral Gel is the newest, maximum strength addition to the Gengigel range. The gel has been specifically developed to provide targeted healing to alleviate pain, reduce chronic inflammation, and speed up the healing process of post-surgical oral wounds, tooth extractions and recurrent mouth ulcers. This maximum strength treatment contains four times the concentration of high molecular weight […]
We are often told to brush our teeth twice a day, but did you know that brushing only cleans 60% of the tooth surface? Tooth brushing is the basis for a good daily oral hygiene routine but using only a toothbrush doesn’t reach all the spaces in between the teeth and it doesn’t effectively remove […]
The main causes of dry mouth or xerostomia in medical terms, are, in most cases, diseases and medicines. Diabetes, stroke, mouth thrush, Alzheimer’s and autoimmune diseases, such as Sjogren’s syndrome or HIV/AIDS usually lead to dryness in one’s mouth. Xerostomia is also a common side effect of high blood pressure and Parkinson medications, anti-diarrheals, anti-depressants, […]
The new year is always an exciting time, signalling a time for new goals, resolutions, and habits. One way to kickstart the new year is to enhance your personal growth and health by committing to an effective oral hygiene routine. If you have been neglecting healthy brushing habits and consuming excessive amounts of sugar throughout […]
Incorrectly fitted dentures, fractured teeth, braces, fillings or biting your cheek or tongue are the most common, “mechanical” causes of mouth ulcers. Stress, a hormonal imbalance and spicy foods are common “chemical” causes. The damaged tissue in one’s mouth usually restores itself within a week after removal of the cause. How can I get rid […]
Xerostomia (zeer-o-STOE-me-uh), more commonly known as dry mouth, is a much more serious problem than it may sound. We are talking about xerostomia when the amount of saliva in one’s mouth is significantly reduced or indeed absent. Aside from the significant physical discomfort experienced by dry mouth suffers there are other associated problems. Firstly, saliva […]