Halitosis – The Unspoken Ailment
Halitosis is commonly known as an ‘unpleasant odour emitted from the mouth. In other words, it is bad breath – the oral health ailment that although is not obvious, has an impact on our friendships and relationships. Halitosis comes from the Latin word ‘halitus‘ – meaning breathed air and ‘osis‘ meaning ‘pathologic alteration’ (a change […]
Gum disease: the root cause of tooth loss amongst adults
Tooth loss can have a severe impact on the health and appearance of your smile, as well as your confidence. Recent studies revealed by the Academy of General Dentistry have confirmed gum disease to be the largest cause of tooth loss amongst adults, ranking higher than oral trauma or disease. Here at Lidums Dental in […]