Dentists encourage South Africans to look beyond their twice-daily brushing routine and embrace oral care as a full-day commitment. With statistics from the South African Government indicating that gum disease ranks second only to the common cold in prevalence, affecting an estimated 90%* of citizens, the need for continuous oral hygiene has never been more…
Debunking Three Common Myths and Misconceptions about Oral Health
Oral health plays a vital role in our overall health and well-being, yet it is an area often plagued by various myths and misconceptions. Many people underestimate the greater impact of oral health on their general health. Poor oral health can have a compound effect on…
July is Mental Illness Awareness Month – a month dedicated to creating awareness around psychiatric conditions and mental health. Surprising to note is that mental illness can have a significant impact on a person's oral health.
Dirna Grobbelaar, oral hygiene advisor for Ivohealth, and a member of the Oral Hygienists Association of South Africa (OHASA), explains…
As the month of Ramadan arrives, Muslims around the world begin to observe the holy month by fasting from sunrise to sunset. The spiritual benefits of fasting are well documented and emphasised, however fasting does have an impact on your oral health. When you're not eating or drinking, your mouth produces less saliva, which can…