Dieting and bad breath

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Dieting and bad breath

Today, hyperproteic fast diets have become popular to eliminate weight quickly. Every year, and increasingly, people seek to lose weight as quickly as possible before summer, without taking into consideration the possible consequences of losing a few kilos without medical control. According to our Periodontist, Dr. Vanessa Ruiz Magaz, one of those unwanted consequences is...

Why we shouldn’t drink with a straw after our orthognathic surgery

After oral or maxillofacial surgery, the most normal thing is to spend some time with a liquid diet, since the opening of the mouth is minimal, although with the right exercises there is a noticeable gradual improvement. There are many forums where people who have undergone orthognathic or other surgeries share their experiences and advice...

The power of online marginal communities over our self-image

The internet and discussion groups can be a very valuable element when deciding on a surgical treatment. There are some groups that are very educational for their users, where in addition to opinions and well-informed explanations, experiences are shared in the first person. But at the other extreme, there are also groups where negative criticisms of...

7 advantages of digitalization in oral treatments

The use of digital technology in the field of dentistry is a reality that is already giving very positive results for the patient in terms of quality, comfort and speed. The intraoral cameras, the 3D radiological equipment, as well as the patient management and communication software, allow an almost complete digitalization of the treatment process of...