Our Name Has Changed
This is to inform the general public that our name and logo has changed from Dentoville Foundation to Dentalcare Foundation. Please take note
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM US ALL
Dear Supporter, As we celebrate this Christmas season , we at Dentoville Foundation are wishing you all the best of the season. We also want to thank you for your amazing support in 2018! I want to assure you that you encourage us by being a part of our community, and your financial donations make …
Dentoville App is Out
Dentoville app combines the use of technology and dentistry to increase oral health awareness. We provide comprehensive dental tips with a personal touch. It brings together dentists and those in need of their care! This app includes a special feature where you can nominate a community for our foundation to visit and provide free oral …
Bad Breath Series: Home Remedies That Help
The practice of a few, simple, self-care techniques can help to minimize halitosis. There are several things you can do at home. Advanced oral care products: Use oral care products such as mouthwashes and toothpastes that have been shown to be effective in fighting bad breath. Proper oral care: Brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day. …
Bad Breath Series: Why Does My Mouth Smell
There are many causes for breath odor. If you don’t brush and floss every day, food stays in your mouth and collects bacteria, which can cause bad breath. Food collected between the teeth, on the tongue and around the gums can also rot, leaving an unpleasant odor. Many studies show the various foods and beverages people ingest have a direct correlation on …
What you need to know about bad breath
You’ve brushed, flossed and swooshed with mouthwash. Got on your best clothes and shoes, ready for that business meeting or exciting outing with your friends. STOP! Hold everything…, “Do you have bad breath?” Blowing into your own hand may not tell you-our bodies get used to our own odors. But eventually, someone will notice you’ve …
Gum Disease and Diabetes
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is the sixth most common disease in the world. People with diabetes are more likely to experience gum disease if they’ve had poor blood sugar levels for a long period of time. People with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease than people without diabetes, probably because …
Promoting Oral Healthcare in Africa
Majority of Africa’s population has little or no access to proper oral health care, with very few dentists available in some countries, the dentist to population ratio is approximately 1:150000 compared to most industrialized countries which is 1:2000. In Nigeria alone, there are only 4,125 registered dentists; that’s about 40,000 people to 1 dentist. For …