Dementia and tooth loss

Dementia and tooth loss

Dementia is one of the most rapidly growing health conditions worldwide. As dementia progresses, the quality of life and independence for patients is significantly reduced. Unfortunately, we don’t yet clearly understand the process by which cognitive function is lost...
Hidden forms of added sugar

Hidden forms of added sugar

Tooth decay (dental caries) is a diet related disease – sugar in food and drink we consume mixes with bacteria on our teeth to create acid which in turn attacks the protective enamel coating on teeth.  The more often sweet food and drink is consumed the higher...