We spoke to Dr. Kamal in our Mirdif branch about the importance of dental care for older people. He explained that when people reach their older years they often neglect their dental health which can have an adverse effect on them. Oral health is just as important as general health, however, oral health becomes more affected with age. […]
Category: General Dentistry
Brushing your teeth twice daily is recommended to maintain your teeth in a healthy state and preserve your pearly whites. Due to regular use, the bristles in a toothbrush get frayed over a period of time and do not clean your teeth as efficiently. It is therefore recommended that you change your toothbrush every three to four months. Children […]
It is important to protect children’s teeth and teach them the importance of good dental hygiene. Neglecting children’s first set of teeth can affect the development and health of their permanent teeth. The top five ways to protect your children’s teeth are: Care don’t share It is important that parents do not share utensils such as knives […]
Don’t crack nut shells with your teeth If you are interested in nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, you will be aware that we are encouraged to eat nuts. Nuts have a high protein content which is good for the growth and repair of cells. However, your jaw strength should not be put to the test by […]
Did you know your tooth ache could be as a result of allergens? Many people suffer from allergic reactions to their surroundings. Allergens can be produced by various things including seasonal changes, dust and pets. There may be other causes to allergic reactions too which can be determined by allergy tests. Allergies do not only affect the sinuses […]
The Joyful Smiles campaign took place in the GEMS Bradenton Preparatory Academy. The events ran over four days and involved doctors from Dr. Joy Dental Clinic visiting the school and conducting oral examinations. Each student’s assessment was recorded and necessary dental treatments were recommended. From our results we found that 42% of children aged 6-9 […]
Dr. Joy Dental Clinic, has introduced the award winning VELscope machine which is recognized by the World Heath Organization. VELscope can detect early signs of oral cancer and is more accurate when compared to the traditional examination methods when screening for tissue abnormalities. Many dentists cannot detect oral cancer with the naked eye, but with the aid of […]
White spots on teeth are seen in some children and adults. This is called enamel hypoplasia. It appears due to a loss of the mineral content of the enamel, which is the outer covering of the tooth structure. Sometimes the defect can also appear yellow and in severe cases cause permanent defects on the enamel surface. If the spots have […]
Most of us are aware of the importance of brushing our teeth twice a day. However, brushing alone will not remove plaque and clean your teeth properly. Flossing is an essential part of oral hygiene maintenance that many people seem to neglect. You should floss your teeth at least once a day to remove the […]
A question posed by many is if they should transfer to an electric tooth brush. Today technology plays a significant role in people’s lives, so why not use it while brushing your teeth too? The good news is you don’t have to rush out and purchase the most advanced electric tooth brush. Both manual and electric […]
