Acid indigestion, more commonly known as heartburn, is that burning sensation that results from gastric acid from the stomach being regurgitated into the esophagus. Sometimes it can happen after overeating, but in most cases it is a symptom of a larger problem, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It’s easy to write off heartburn as [...]
We all want a beautiful smile, and nothing can ruin a lovely set of teeth like a big, gaping hole. But tooth loss is a major problem in Australia. In fact, the average adult Australian is missing five teeth! And aesthetics aren’t the only thing to worry about when it comes to missing teeth: Those [...]
Acupuncture has always been controversial, but this traditional Chinese medicine has had its effectiveness substantiated by research in the past, and continues to receive backup from medical researchers today. In fact, many studies suggest that it may be more effective than Western medicine in treating pain, anxiety, and nausea. Recently, another study has come out [...]
“Show, don’t tell” is a cardinal rule of storytelling, which is why great filmmaking uses wardrobe, set dressing, and styling in addition to dialogue to convey information. The first introduction of a new character quickly tells the viewer what we’re supposed to think about them — even down to their teeth. In Harry Potter and [...]
As a kid, a parent may have told you to chew your food more as you gulped down a meal, eager to get back to playing. Or maybe as an adult, you’ve heard that rumor that you should chew your food 32 times before swallowing. Whether you’ve heard that it’s good for your teeth, helps [...]
