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17/06/2026

I can believe this: "Research suggests driving while you are tired can be just as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol". But why the fatigue? Looking into the why can be complex and time-consuming. Do you need guidance? Give me a call if you need advice or want to get pointed in the right direction.

Whether you’re commuting to work or road-tripping up the coast, driving can be tiring.

17/06/2026

Now this is very interesting. Brain freeze. Does it run in the family? I assumed everyone experienced it, but........ Check out the article

If you’re having ice cream headaches often, it might be worth seeing if it runs in your family and taking a second look at your non-brain-freeze headaches too.

16/06/2026

Is this you? I don't know, but after some of my dreams, I know why I'm so pooped. But that is not necessarily scientific. Check out the article and see what you think.

Some mornings when you wake up, your head is fuzzy, your body is heavy, and you don’t feel rested. It felt like you were dreaming all night. But did all that dreaming actually wear you out?

15/06/2026

Myth or fact regarding your oral hygiene? What surprises you?

Dr Murray Thomson was peppered with social media and AI-generated "advice" to unpack the fact from fiction.

11/06/2026

Sometimes it is the small things that bring us the greatest pleasure. I made my wish. What would yours be? Have a calming, beautiful weekend. ❤ From NorthlandOfM

11/06/2026

Following yesterday's post regarding tongue tie release, here is the information for what to do post-frenectomy to stop the tissue reattaching.

One of the most common questions we hear from parents and providers is: How do we prevent reattachment after a tongue-tie release? If the procedure was done correctly—meaning a complete release was performed, leaving a diamond-shaped wound—then proper aftercare is essential to keep the tissue fr...

10/06/2026

This may be old, but it is very relevant. Tongue-Tie release by a brilliant practitioner in the USA, Dr Richard Baxter. Releasing that tissue is not just relevant for feeding and sleeping as a baby, but also when they are older. Speech, eating and swallowing, hard structure formation. Not to mention the broader health issues that may be related to a tight frenum. For us in NZ, it is the 'finding' someone that is tricky. We do have good practitioners, but we may need to travel.....

Richard Baxter, DMD, MS, used his LightScalpel CO2 laser to perform...

09/06/2026

Dental Exam has shared an informative diagram about oral candida and its various forms. Do you have a particular problem? Get more information from myself, or your friendly dental hygienist or dentist.

08/06/2026

What is Dysphagia? It is the correct term for problems with swallowing. I will work with you if this is in the oral cavity and the tongue has lost the muscle connection; if it is further back, then you need specialised help from clinicians specifically trained.

Dysphagia is the medical term for having difficulty swallowing. Learn about its causes and treatments.

04/06/2026

Fun Friday Fact! Only kiss that person if you know their oral hygiene is meticulous......... Does Tinder allow that question to be asked???? 😆 Thanks, Dental Daily, for the awareness campaign.