Category Archives: Soins Dentaires

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

Geriatric dentistry: oral health for seniors

Geriatric dentistry

In Switzerland, life expectancy is increasing. It is estimated that the number of people requiring dental care will rise to over 230,000 in the next 15 years. Demographic trends mean that dental care for the elderly will become increasingly important. To cope with this new [...]

Children's cavities: treatments and tips to prevent them from forming

cavities in children HELVIDENT

Tooth decay is the most common pathology affecting children. It is the formation of a permanently damaged area inside a tooth. It can occur on a baby's first teeth or on a toddler's milk teeth. Even if these teeth are not permanent, and will eventually come out, the [...]

Brown spots on teeth: prevention and solutions

Brown spots on teeth: prevention and solutions

Upon inspection of your mouth, you discover brown stains on your teeth. To your dismay, they persist after brushing. These stains appear mainly in the mouths of adults, and more rarely in those of children. They may affect one or all of the front or back teeth, on the inside or outside.

Baby's first tooth: everything you need to know

Baby's first tooth

Parents often have many questions about their baby's first tooth. At what age does it emerge? How can we ease the discomfort caused by teething? What should be done for baby's oral hygiene? HELVIDENT answers the questions most frequently asked by parents. 1. When does baby's first tooth appear? [...]

Orthodontics for adults: there's no age limit for a beautiful smile

adult orthodontics

Orthodontic treatment is not just for children and teenagers. In fact, it's never too late to achieve a beautiful smile. Orthodontics for adults has been booming in recent years. Today, more and more patients are getting braces. HELVIDENT explains when to consult an orthodontist. [...]

Children learn oral hygiene at an early age

brushing children's teeth

The number-one problem threatening children's oral hygiene in Switzerland is tooth decay. Although dentists from Fribourg to Lausanne are seeing an improvement, the risks are still there. It's not uncommon for cavities to form on the milk teeth of very young children. By the age of 5 [...]

Good food for teeth: oral health also comes from the plate

Foods good for teeth

When we talk about oral health, we tend to think of foods and drinks to avoid. On this subject, you can read our article on bad eating habits for your teeth. However, there are also many foods that are good for your teeth and bring real benefits in terms of oral hygiene. [...]

Pregnancy and dental care: what you need to know to keep your smile beautiful

pregnancy dental care

"Pregnancy is a phase of life when dental care requires special attention," explains gynecologist-obstetrician Amélie. "Mums-to-be need to be extra vigilant to prevent problems and preserve the beauty of their smile." When a woman is pregnant, her oral health becomes a priority. Indeed, the hormonal and physiological changes [...]

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