New research from the University of Otago in New Zealand suggests that mouth breathing during sleep might put you at a higher risk for tooth decay. Of course, the study is preliminary, and it only suggests a potential connection, not any actual documented risk. Acidity Increases with Mouth Breathing To determine how mouth breathing impacts [...]
Last year, Iggy Azalea noted that she was having difficulty maintaining her performance and recording schedule because of TMJ. But it turns out that she Iggy Azalea: TMJ “Made Me Realize It’s Important to Look after Yourself.”, as the 25-year-old sensation from Sydney reported needing multiple root canals, and experiencing a negative side effect: peeing her pants. [...]
According to new research released by the University of Sydney, it may not be as necessary to drill for cavities as it has been believed in the past. Although this doesn’t mean that we’ll be able to do without fillings entirely, it certainly may change the way we approach minor restorations. Managing Slow [...]
According to a new report released by the University of Melbourne, sugar-free drinks can be just as damaging to your teeth as drinks with sugar. This is a good reminder that, despite the damaging potential of sugar, “sugar-free” does not necessarily mean “healthy.” No Significant Difference with Sugar Free Drinks [...]
No, we’re not thinking about taking up hair styling here at My Hills Dentist. Instead, we’re calling attention to one of the many genetic factors that can increase your risk for oral health problems. In this case, variations in your genes that cause minor problems with your hair are probably a sign that you’re at [...]
