Tucked away, just south-east of the CBD within the City of Stonnington, is one of Melbourne’s most atmospheric suburbs - Malvern. With a plethora of schools, cafes, shopping outlets and picturesque gardens, Malvern has always been an appealing choice for the young and old. Among these frequented resources ...
During last week’s Dental Health Week, the Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists Association (ADOHTA) took the opportunity to do its bit to promote oral health education and awareness in the general community. “Within the community, there are many barriers faced by people at most risk for oral diseases ...
Researchers develop chewing gum to detect oral inflammation
A chewing gum-based diagnostic test developed by a pharmaceutical research team in Germany could lead to earlier detection of infected dental implants, preventing serious complications such as bone loss. In the years after receiving a dental implant, six to 15 per cent of patients develop an inflammatory response caused ...
On average, Australians and New Zealanders consume 14 teaspoons of sugars (60 grams) per day. High consumption of sugars is the primary cause of dental decay and other health problems including overweight or obesity, diabetes, heart diseases and even some cancers. Dental decay can largely be prevented by reducing sugars ...