Browsing by Author "Kabanda, Richard"

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    Dental advice for pregnancy.
    (Daily Monitor, 2016-02-29) Kabanda, Richard
    Dear Dentist, I used to have regular cleaning of teeth twice a year, now that I am pregnant, is it safe? Which dental treatments should I avoid? Dear Miriam: Many people think it is forbidden for a pregnant woman to seek dental care, this is completely wrong. To women who have just found out that they are expecting, consulting their dentists is probably the last thing on their mind.
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    Explore tooth filling options
    (Daily monitor, 2016-02-15) Kabanda, Richard
    Many people who have visited the dentist's office have heard about or been exposed to tooth filling material, which many of us refer to as a "dental cement". When a tooth develops a cavity or hole, the best treatment a dentist can give it is a dental filling which will prevent further damage and thus still serve the purpose. There are many myths about dental fillings especially regarding the pain that may come after treatment. All this is not true especially if you go to a professional.
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    Smoking and oral cancer linked.
    (Daily Monitor, 2016-02-22) Kabanda, Richard
    Oral cancer is the cancer that occurs on the lips, inside the mouth, on the back of the throat, the tonsils or salivary glands. It is more common in men than women, and most likely to strike people over 40 years.