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Oral Health during Covid-19
While social distancing helps to a great degree, following strict personal hygiene is one of the most important tools to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 infection. Regular handwashing with
How to cope with dental anxiety?
Do you get anxious visiting the dentist? According to a study by the Australian Research Centre for Population Oral Health by the University of Adelaide, high dental fear affects approximately
How do I get rid of a toothache?
A toothache can be a frustrating and unpleasant experience. No matter what time of the day or night it may be, people want to find an effective pain reliever to
Is being vegan bad for my teeth?
Veganism is growing in Australia and sales of vegan-friendly foods have soared over the past five years while beef and lamb sales have stalled and is predicted to start going
Oral Care and the flu season
While the world is reeling from the effects of COVID-19, it is also prudent to remember that the winter season in Australia is about to start, and thereby the flu
Is it Safe to Visit the Dentist?
With the coronavirus disease now deemed a pandemic by the World Health Organisation, the Australian Dental Association provides updated information about preventive measures that should be applied by dental clinics.
How Communication With Your Dentist Affects Oral Health
In taking proper care of your teeth, gums, and mouth, regularly seeing your dentist is just as important as brushing twice and flossing every day. That is why dental care experts continue to stress that you should visit the dentist frequently, every six months to be specific.
However, there can be certain aspects that prevent you from getting the most out of your dental visits. One of these issues involve the effectiveness of communication between you and your dentist.
A team of researchers from the University of Florida found out that ineffective communication can still lead to poor dental and oral health despite visiting the dental clinic regularly.
Better Communication Is Needed To Uphold Oral Health
According to the findings of the study, the difference between the expertise of dentists and the limited knowledge of patients can create a communication barrier that keeps you from forming a great and effective dentist-patient relationship with your dental care partners.
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