Blog about oral problems
Oral care is essential in the fight against Covid-19
Since the outbreak of the pandemic, Dutch people have become more concerned about their own health...
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International Epilepsy Day
Today is International Epilepsy Day. A day, to draw attention to this condition. blue®m is doing...
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How to you use a tongue scraper
In my work as a dental hygienist at Binnenweg dental practice, I meet many patients that have a...
Read MoreTONGUE CLEANING INCREASES THE PERCEIVED INTENSITY OF SALTY TASTE
Abstract:Objective: Tongue coating, which refers to a greyish white deposit on the tongue surface, often covers the taste papillae on the dorsal tongue surface, decreasing taste sensitivity. This study investigated whether...
Read MoreUser perception on various designs of tongue scrapers: an observational survey
Aim: The aim of this study was to identify the participants’ preference and perception of effectiveness with respect to nine commercially available tongue scrapers. As secondary aim, perception of discomfort and suspected...
Read More2018 Tongue coating its characteristics and role in intra-oral halitosis and general health a review
Tongue coating (TC), a grayish-white deposit on the tongue, is the main cause of intra-oral halitosis (IOH), a socially unacceptable condition. This review covers the general features of TC, including its formation and the...
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Recipe for healthy chocolate milk
Antioxidants are very important for good health. In particular, bioactive substances such as...
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blue®m toothpaste once again voted ‘best product of the year’.
Wijhe, December 16th 2020 – blue®m has once again won an award this year. The prestigious...
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Struggling with a bad breath? Make sure you don’t suffer while wearing a face mask.
On January 11th, 2020 the first Corona-death was reported. To prevent death caused by infection...
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HIV/AIDS The forgotten disease
Not too long ago there was a question being asked by a 22-year-old woman about HIV/AIDS. This...
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6 things a man can do for a longer, healthier and happier life #movember
The general wisdom that old age comes with defects is only half true: the defects are there, but...
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Men have trouble when it comes to hygiene. You can do better with these tips!
We all know that good, personal hygiene is very important. Especially now. But actually complying...
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Men more susceptible to COVID-19 than women
Last month was all about Stoptober. The month in which many Dutch people tried to (again) stop...
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Health crisis among men; these are the hard facts
(PRESS RELEASE – Wijhe – November 1st) The month of November has started. This means...
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Tested: blue®m day-to-day toothbrush + blue®m toothpaste
Brushing your teeth, we do it (if we do it right) at least twice a day. It is indispensable for...
Read MoreOral cancer: how to recognise AND how to prevent?
When a lump develops in the oral cavity, it is called oral cancer. This condition can occur in the lips, tongue, bottom of the mouth, cheek mucosa, gums and palate. Approximately 6,000 people in the Netherlands get some form of...
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A healthy body starts in a healthy mouth
Tooth brushing, we all do it (in most cases) at least twice a day. It is indispensable for...
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Choose a chewing gum without harmful colourants and flavorings
By now it is October, or as it is often called, Stoptober. The month in which many Dutch people...
Read MoreDental management of the patient with ulcerative form of oral lichen planus. Clinical case.
Lichen planus is one of the most common chronic relapsing diseases of skin and oral mucosa. Stress is considered to be an important factor for oral lichen planus development and flare-up. An association of oral lichen planus...
Read MoreEffect of Oxygen Releasing Oral Gel Compared to Chlorhexidine Gel in the Treatment of Periodontitis
Abstract: Phase I therapy is the first step in the treatment of periodontal diseases. However, Scaling and root planing (SRP) alone was found to be of limited efficacy especially in certain unapproachable areas, hence use of an...
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