City Dental News

Babies emerge from the womb without the bacteria that cause tooth decay. So where does it come from?

Did you know that the surface area of our gum (gingival tissues) is similar to that of our palm? Although it’s an area of our body which we cannot feel or see very easily, the gravity of periodontal disease and its implications on the rest of the body should not be ignored.

In recent years I’ve observed startling changes in the mouths of my women patients, particularly at midlife and beyond. This had led to a different focus on managing oral health for women.

Hear Dr Andrea Shepperson’s interview with Kathryn Ryan on Radio NZ’s Nine to Noon about the Cost of Dentistry.