Patience Matambo
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Oral health: A gateway and mirror into the body’s wellbeing
The mouth is a gateway, but it’s also a mirror for things that are going on in other parts of the body.
By Patience Matambo
Nov. 29, 2024
Dental health negation in formative years later shows up as skewed teeth, low self-esteem
It seems like a lot of people believe that these disorders are solely genetic in nature, but is that really the case?
By Patience Matambo
Dec. 6, 2024
Bringing your ‘A’ game in dental literacy
Moreover, it serves to ensure that the toothpastes continue to satisfy requirements.
By Patience Matambo
Dec. 6, 2024
Liberation from bad breath (Halitosis)
If your friends tell you that you have bad breath, remember that it’s something that can be cured and seek help from dental practitioners.
By Patience Matambo
Dec. 13, 2024
Oral health challenges in old adults
The older population suffers more than the younger generation does.
By Patience Matambo
Jan. 3, 2025
Gum disease — plaque control and risk factors
Gum disease is a broad word that includes periodontitis and gingivitis, two separate conditions.
By Patience Matambo
Jan. 10, 2025
Diet and periodontal disease: Prioritising gum health
It is essential for growth, differentiation and maintenance of soft tissues and for bone growth and the development of the child during pregnancy.
By Patience Matambo
Jan. 17, 2025
Mental health: Stress-induced oral health problems
If you notice any signs of infection, such as increased redness, swelling or discharge.
By Patience Matambo
Jan. 24, 2025
How to manouvre dental anxiety
The smile alone indicates our self-esteem, our physical health and our employability, so we should conquer our fears to be able to achieve this.
By Patience Matambo
Jan. 31, 2025
Prevention and treatment of tooth hypersensitivity
To lessen sensitivity, apply the paste to the teeth, let it stay for about 30 seconds, and then clean the teeth.
By Patience Matambo
Feb. 7, 2025
Children’s dental care: Investing in your child’s life-long smile
The caregiver should be in charge of brushing for those with exceptional healthcare requirements who are unable to do it on their own.
By Patience Matambo
Feb. 14, 2025
Corrosion of dental appliances in the mouth: Should we be worried?
Since treatment for braces will only take five years or less, cancer brought on by metal braces is more of a thought than it is a reality.
By Patience Matambo
Feb. 21, 2025
The origin of malocclusion (misalignment of teeth)
The most common kind of malocclusion is crowding, particularly as permanent teeth start to erupt.
By Patience Matambo
Feb. 28, 2025
Unravelling mysteries of tooth discolouration: Culprit that steals the sparkle from your smile
Insecurity about one’s oral health is common, particularly when it comes to tooth discolouration as it can be both aesthetically unappealing and psychologically traumatising.
By Patience Matambo
Mar. 7, 2025
Genetics and caries (tooth decay): what is the truth?
Differences in genetic constitution are the factor that causes inter-individual variations in susceptibility to tooth decay.
By Patience Matambo
Mar. 14, 2025
Teeth whitening: What you should know
In today’s world, people’s appearance and aesthetics are increasingly significant.
By Patience Matambo
Mar. 21, 2025
Dental trauma in milk teeth
Prevention is better than cure, hence it is important to visit the dentist’s office as soon as your child suffers any injury.
By Patience Matambo
Mar. 28, 2025
Tooth extraction not a panacea for all dental ailments: Preservation over destruction
Rather than inquiring from the dentist about the best treatment option to preserve their teeth, most people hurriedly tell the dentist to remove the painful tooth.
By Patience Matambo
Apr. 4, 2025
Dealing with dry mouth syndrome (Xerostomia)
When you speak, your tongue sticks to your teeth, you sip water constantly, yet the relentless dryness persists, leaving your lips cracked and your breath foul.
By Patience Matambo
Apr. 11, 2025
The enigma of non-dental toothaches
This investigation explores the concealed realm of toothaches that lack a dental origin and the struggle for answers when the pain persists relentlessly.
By Patience Matambo
Apr. 18, 2025
Gum disease, a silent threat
Antimicrobial mouthwashes, such as chlorhexidine or even saline water, can be used to reduce bacterial load if one cannot afford commercial mouthwash.
By Patience Matambo
Apr. 25, 2025
The hidden dangers of mercury dental fillings: Why modern alternatives are safer
The first is a resin-based composite filling that blends naturally with the tooth’s appearance.
By Patience Matambo
May. 2, 2025
Beyond the pancreas: How diabetes turns your mouth into combat zone
Gingipain inhibitors have shown promise in treating Pg brain colonisation and neurodegeneration in experiments.
By Patience Matambo
May. 9, 2025
Toothbrushing: A skill, not just a habit
Always remember that dentistry is not expensive, neglect is.
By Patience Matambo
May. 16, 2025
White patches in the mouth: When is 'wait and see' a gamble with fate?
The answer should always be no, hence consider visiting the dentist today because when it comes to oral health, everyday counts and tomorrow might never come.
By Patience Matambo
May. 23, 2025
Navigating the challenges of teething: A comprehensive guide for parents
In Zimbabwe alone, which accounts for about 0,3% of Africa’s daily births, countless parents experience the anxiety surrounding this developmental milestone.
By Patience Matambo
May. 30, 2025
Why cavities aren’t the only tooth enemy
On average, every person loses about 0,02 to 0,04 millimetres of tooth structure per year due to normal use.
By Patience Matambo
Jun. 6, 2025
Impact of oral health on pregnancy outcomes
Maintaining good oral hygiene during pregnancy is of paramount importance in reducing risks.
By Patience Matambo
Jun. 13, 2025
Tongue hygiene: A paradox of importance and oversight
The typical normal tongue appearance is pink-red with mild variations in tone; the tip and the edges of the tongue may be bright red due to more blood vessels around those areas.
By Patience Matambo
Jun. 27, 2025
Tongue diseases: Why dentists examine more than just your teeth
The reason is that every part of the mouth provides important details you might overlook and can only be discerned by the trained eye (dentist).
By Patience Matambo
Jul. 4, 2025
