Category Archives: Soins Dentaires

General information on proper cleaning and oral hygiene from specialists. Dental clinics in Lausanne, Aigle and Fribourg

Oral health during pregnancy: answers to your questions

oral health during pregnancy

Are you expecting a baby? The HELVIDENT team would like to congratulate you on this happy event! We'd like to take this opportunity to take a look at oral health during pregnancy. What changes in a pregnant woman's mouth? Does your oral hygiene affect that of your baby?

The effects of smoking on oral hygiene

The effects of smoking on oral hygiene

It's no secret that tobacco consumption is detrimental to overall health, starting with the oral cavity. In Switzerland, almost 9,500 people die every year from the effects of smoking. The first to suffer are the teeth, gums, tongue and lips. In addition to lung disease and respiratory [...]

Basic principles of oral prophylaxis

oral prophylaxis

In 2018, the Swiss Society of Dentists SSO published the results of a survey on oral prophylaxis. It reveals that around 2 out of 3 people who visit a dentist in Switzerland do so as a preventive measure. In fact, check-ups are the only way to verify the condition of teeth, gums and gums [...].

Bleeding gums: when should you worry?

bleeding gums treating gingivitis

Think bleeding gums are harmless? Although it may seem very common, it's a phenomenon that needs to be taken seriously. Many Swiss people find that their gums bleed after biting into a hard food or forcing themselves to brush their teeth. Whether it's a one-off bleed, gingivitis or a sign of a more serious condition, [...]

Diet and healthy teeth: 9 foods for good oral hygiene

healthy food and teeth

The relationship between a healthy diet and healthy teeth is a proven one. While sweets are not recommended to prevent tooth decay, there are certain foods and beverages that are best enjoyed on a daily basis. HELVIDENT presents 9 such foods and beverages which, thanks to their composition, help you maintain good oral hygiene. You'll be able to enjoy them while you're [...]

Tooth decay: causes, symptoms and treatments

tooth decay

Tooth decay is an infectious disease that affects children and adults alike. According to the World Health Organization, "half the world's population (3.58 billion) suffers from oral diseases, the most common being decay of permanent teeth". What is tooth decay? What are the symptoms? [...]

Dental hygienist: an essential profession for your health

dental hygienist Lausanne

Oral health has a real impact on the overall health of the human body. That's why the profession of dental hygienist is so important. This professional helps you take care of your teeth and mouth on a daily basis. At HELVIDENT, our teams are made up of several complementary specialists to offer you the best services. You can [...]

Dental gold collection: HELVIDENT commits to a good cause

dental gold collection in Switzerland

At HELVIDENT, we have your smile at heart, and our heart on our sleeve. Our dental centers in French-speaking Switzerland (Lausanne, Fribourg and Aigle) are actively supporting the collection of dental gold for charity. Take a look behind the scenes and find out how you can get involved. Dental gold collection Based in Geneva, the [...]

Dental emergencies: the main reasons for consultation

dental emergencies in Switzerland

The reasons for dental emergencies in Switzerland are varied. Toothache, painful abscess, broken tooth, haemorrhage, dental trauma - what kind of care and pain requires a quick consultation? Find out how to recognize serious dental emergencies. Toothache Toothache is one of the most common causes of dental [...].

Orthodontist: when and why consult an orthodontist?

orthodontist in Lausanne

Have you been advised to make an appointment with an orthodontist? Find out more about this profession and the differences between orthodontics and dentistry. What are the main reasons for consulting an orthodontist? At what age can you start seeing an orthodontist? We share all the relevant information in this article. What is orthodontics? Orthodontics [...]

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