Toothbrush tips for a healthy smile

Everyone knows the golden oral hygiene rule: visit the dentist at least twice a year for a check-up. But even if the trip is covered by your trusted medical aid plan, you want to avoid unplanned trips to the dentist at all costs. 

That’s why you brush, floss and rinse daily, but what more can you do to ensure a super healthy smile?

Studies done by dental professionals say that “there is insufficient clinical evidence to support that bacterial growth on toothbrushes will lead to specific adverse oral or systemic health effects”. So, there is no reason to be too compulsive, your toothbrush is not going to make you sick.

Patient Safety: Does Hospital Cover Protect You After Admission?

The professional world of the 21st century is, without a   doubt, very demanding. We are expected to tackle our day-to-day responsibilities with enthusiasm, striving for perfection and self-improvement, while still being ready for the next challenge.

Funky tongue alert: Is your tongue begging for a healthier lifestyle?

Your tongue isn’t only there to help you eat and talk to people, it can also show signs of bad health. If your tongue looks or feels funky, it doesn’t always mean that there is a problem with your oral hygiene; the colour and texture of your tongue also tells you about digestive issues and body imbalances that you may be having. Here are some of the most common symptoms of a funky tongue and how you can reverse it to get your healthy lifestyle back:

South Africa & Mental Health Awareness

As the national attention turns to psychiatric issues during this time, it may be a good starting point for us to raise awareness on mental illnesses in general. Here’s an overview of some of the daunting mental illnesses that many individuals combat every day, contained in the DSM-V:

Summertime Sports to Tackle With Friends & Family

Now that the cold winter inertia has receded from our family lives, it’s time to become active again. Finally, we have the opportunity to mess around outside and have some fun in the sun – who you do this with, is up to you. Just make sure you don’t miss a beat and are spending your time with the right people this summer. 

How Does Emergency Treatment Work?

How much do you spend on your medical aid scheme payments, and how does it help you in the case of an emergency?

Are you medically covered in case of an emergency?

Accidents happen when you least expect them. Unfortunately, they can leave you in a very sticky situation, especially if you’re not fully covered by a reliable medical aid. However, it’s not something you think about on a daily basis, in which case you may not be aware of the possible risks you’re facing.