You will find articles written by the doctors at our clinic on dental topics that are relevant to you below.
More than a year of the pandemic prevented people from getting quality medical care which led to an increase in all sorts of health issues. According to doctors, this had a particularly negative impact on dental health as dental clinics were among the last to reopen in Lithuania following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions.
According to statistics from various sources, the condition of teeth among Lithuanians is poor compared to other countries, with experts particularly highlighting problems among children. According to data from the Chamber of Dentists, the percentage of children with healthy teeth that are completely free of tooth decay remains similar: just 15 to 20 per cent. DELFI discussed the main dental problems and the condition of teeth in the Lithuanian population with Dentist Rūta Zykutė.
Do you notice blood when brushing your teeth? It may be time to schedule an appointment with your dentist. Dentist Rūta Zykutė explains why gums bleed, how often you should floss, and how to make it a regular habit.
“We recently discussed whole-body posture: the neck, shoulders, back, and lower body. We will continue with this topic, but this time we will focus on the posture of the head, jaw, and teeth,” said GP Valerijus Morozovas on the Delfi TV show “Sveiki! Su gydytoju V. Morozovu”. The doctor discussed this topic with dentist Rūta Zykutė-Želvė.
What factors have a greater impact on the condition of our teeth: genes or oral hygiene? According to Dentist Rūta Zykutė, who was a guest on Delfi TV, only one in ten children start first year of school with healthy teeth, but dental care is important not only for children. Taking the right steps can also help adults avoid frequent appointments with the dentist.
There is still debate about whether it is better to keep wisdom teeth or have them extracted immediately. What should be done with teeth that have no roots? Can we leave an empty space after they are removed? By delaying the search for an answer or saving money for another visit to the dentist, we can cause irreparable damage to our teeth.