The cost of neglect: A lifetime case study in oral economics
Assuming a conservative replacement cycle of every 10 to 12 years, the patient will require approximately three additional replacements over the subsequent four decades.
By Patience Matambo
Jun. 5, 2026
Toothpaste abrasives: Cleaning without damaging teeth
Abrasive agents are meant to clean and polish teeth by enabling the removal of soft deposits and extrinsic stains adequately, thereby achieving a smooth and glistening surface.
By Patience Matambo
May. 29, 2026
Wealth is what you do not see: Oral health is fluid, not just hard tissue
Over an average 70-year lifetime, a human will produce roughly 25 000 to 30 000 litres of saliva, enough to fill two Olympic-sized swimming pools.
By Patience Matambo
May. 8, 2026
Beyond the brush: What do bleeding gums signify?
Brushing teeth once a simple act of hygiene, becomes difficult, smiling feels like a risk and biting into an apple has a distant memory because of one common factor — “bleeding gums”.
By Patience Matambo
Nov. 21, 2025
Your smile is in danger: Silent gum disease stealing young people’s teeth
It is a valid concern; not all dentists are equally skilled. Some may struggle to diagnose certain dental challenges.
By Patience Matambo
Aug. 1, 2025
Good oral hygiene contributes towards one’s overall health
Gum disease, which is also known as periodontal disease, is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and the bone supporting your teeth.
By Cimas
Mar. 21, 2025
