British researchers have recently pointed out that people in modern society sleep 1-2 hours less than we did 60 years ago, with potentially devastating consequences. New data based off information from wearable technology shows that this is as true of Sydney as it is throughout the developed world. Tracking Sleep Deprivation Wearable technology has the [...]
Over the weekend, the Sydney Morning Herald published a short commentary on the important of oral health, titled, "Holey Molars." Far be it from us to give too much criticism to a piece with such a noble goal as encouraging people to take care of their teeth, but there is one fact in the article [...]
According to new research from the University of Adelaide published in the Journal of Dentistry, acidic food begins to damage teeth very quickly. For the first time, researchers have been able to document the rapidity of acid's attack on teeth. They found that essentially permanent damage to tooth enamel was caused within the first 30 [...]
The Australian Dental Association (ADA) has this year targeted what it calls "Sugar Bandits" during Dental Health Week (August 4-10) this year. The emphasis is trying to protect children from tooth decay caused by overindulgence in sweets, which can be fostered by an adult in the home. Chronic, Widespread Effects According to information released by [...]
Oral bacteria are commonly known as the scourge of your oral health. Bacteria form sticky plaque on your teeth and excrete acids that attack your dental enamel and gum soft tissue, leading to cavities and gum disease. But not all bacteria are bad for your mouth. In fact, some bacteria may hold the [...]
