We often talk about what you can do to keep your teeth white, but less often about what you need to do to keep your gums healthy. This part of the oral mucosa covers the jawbone. It is just under half a centimetre thick, and tends to thin with age. The health of the oral mucosa is extremely [...].
Category Archives: Soins Dentaires
General information on proper cleaning and oral hygiene from specialists. Dental clinics in Lausanne, Aigle and Fribourg
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Aug
Aug
Wondering what the difference is between a dentist and an orthodontist? Both practice dentistry and oral health. Doctors who study general dentistry are trained to prevent, diagnose and treat pathologies that affect the entire oral cavity. This involves the teeth, gums, mouth and [...]
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Aug
Aug
It's not uncommon for small ulcers to appear on the inner mucous membranes of the mouth. These small, superficial ulcers are not contagious, but they can cause discomfort when you eat or speak. What causes canker sores and what are the most common symptoms? In most cases, they disappear [...].
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Jul
Jul
Getting ready to go on vacation? Whether you're traveling alone, as a couple, with family or friends, you want to unwind, especially at this time of year. That said, oral hygiene should always be a priority, even when you're away from home. HELVIDENT shares 5 tips from a dentist to help you [...]
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Jul
Jul
Sports, leisure activities, household chores... Many everyday activities can lead to dental trauma. It is estimated that around 1 in 2 children/adolescents will suffer an accident to the oral cavity before reaching the age of 16. Young people are indeed the most affected by this type of injury, which is always an emergency [...].
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Jul
Jul
Tooth staining and whitening continue to preoccupy the Swiss. In a recent issue of Infodents, the Swiss Society of Dentists (SSO) takes a closer look at the subject. Aesthetic dentistry plays a major role in improving the radiance of teeth and providing a radiant smile. HELVIDENT [...]
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Jun
Jun
Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the last teeth to grow at the very back of the oral cavity. In fact, these four teeth appear at either end of the upper and lower jaws. They generally appear at the age of majority, between 17 and 18.
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Jun
Jun
Toothbrushing seems intuitive. We learn the basic gestures from an early age and reproduce them mechanically, without much thought. Yet in Switzerland, part of the population brushes their teeth incorrectly. There is, in fact, a correct technique that must be applied on a daily basis for effective tooth brushing. [...]
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Jun
Jun
Several types of pathology can occur in the oral cavity. These include gingivitis and periodontitis. The main difference between these two diseases, which affect the tissues that support the teeth, lies in their duration. Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums. If not treated in time, it can lead to [...]
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May
May
Canker sores are small lesions that usually appear on the oral mucosa. They form on the inside of the mouth: the inside of the cheek, gums, tongue, throat or palate. Generally harmless, canker sores resolve naturally after a few days. However, they can be [...]
