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Oral hygiene: 10 tips for a healthy mouth

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Maintaining good oral and dental hygiene is essential to overall health. In fact, our mouths are the main point of entry for countless bacteria every day. The HELVIDENT team shares its advice on how to prevent cavities, gingivitis, bad breath and more.

Teeth whitening: treatments, risks, prices and effectiveness

teeth whitening

Teeth whitening is an increasingly popular treatment at dentists in Lausanne and Fribourg. It's the solution for beautiful teeth and a radiant smile. In-office treatment, whitening kit, smile bar, home-whitening remedy... There are several techniques. Some are reliable, others more risky. [...]

Healthy gums: 6 practical tips for good gum hygiene

healthy gums

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 [...].

Mouth ulcers: symptoms and causes of aphthous stomatitis

mouth ulcers causes and symptoms

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 [...].

Dentist's advice before leaving on vacation

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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 [...]

Dental trauma: how to save a tooth after an accident

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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 [...].

Tooth staining and whitening: what are the solutions?

tooth staining and whitening

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 [...]

Brushing your teeth: 6 mistakes we make every day

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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. [...]

Gingivitis or periodontitis: how to recognize the symptoms?

gingivitis or periodontitis

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 [...]

Oral health professions in Switzerland

oral health professions

Dentists, orthodontists and dental hygienists - there are many professionals working together in dental practices and clinics. HELVIDENT invites you to find out more about oral health professions in Switzerland. In Switzerland, postgraduate training is required to obtain the right to practice as a specialist in dentistry. [...]

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