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NATURAL ORAL CARE WITH OLGANI
Why we love Olgani Naturals If you’re considering a more natural approach to health and wellness, your mouth is a good place to start. What goes in your mouth goes into your body. But, with shelves full of merchandise claiming to be natural, how do you know which are best for YOU? Our mission at Ivohealth is to source and supply the best oral care products from around the world, so you don’t have to worry. Our expert team only chooses brands they can recommend with trust and confidence. Our recommendation for truly natural oral care is Olgani Naturals, a proudly South African range of all-natural toothpaste and new toothpowders. Olgani is 100% natural, only made with ingredients sourced from nature, like sea salt, charcoal and cocoa, which have health-giving benefits for the mouth and the body. 5 things we love about Olgani Naturals All-natural ingredients…
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INTRODUCING OLGANI NATURALS TOOTHPOWDERS
Natural ingredients including sea salt, charcoal and even cocoa are growing in popularity in the oral care market, due to their wide-ranging health benefits. Sea salt in particular has a host of benefits, including keeping oral microbiota in balance, alkalising the oral cavity and neutralising acids. One company that embraces this natural approach is Olgani, which has always been committed to using only natural and organic ingredients in its oral care products. With this in mind, they’ve recently introduced new No Paste, No Waste toothpowders. These contain non-abrasive blends of botanical and natural minerals that work together to promote dental health. The new Olgani Charcoal & Cocoa toothpowder whitens the tooth enamel, prevents sensitivity and supports gum tissue. Its ingredients include charcoal and turmeric to whiten the teeth, liquorice to prevent cavities, coffee oil to improve blood flow in the gum tissue and vitamin E to support…
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PLEDGE FOR BETTER ORAL HEALTH
World Oral Health Day 2020 – Unite For Mouth Health This year’s World Oral Health Day on 20 March, comes amidst the COVID-19 pandemic – the biggest health crisis the world has faced in more than a century. Although it demands less-pressing attention, oral disease is a global health epidemic and should not be overlooked. More than half the world’s population, an estimated 3.58 billion people, suffer from oral diseases, many of which are preventable. As well as having the confidence that comes with a beautiful smile, taking care of your mouth is essential for good health and well-being, at every age. In most cases, a good oral hygiene routine, regular dental check-ups and a healthy lifestyle will prevent tooth decay and gum disease, the most common oral health problems. So, what should – or could – you do to improve your oral health? The World Oral Health Day team…
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HEALTHY SMILES
Dental Wellness Trust Graduation Party The Dental Wellness Trust recently hosted a graduation party for some of the children participating in their LiveSmart oral education programme at Nyameko Primary School, Mfuleni, Cape Town. Each child received a certificate and a T-shirt sponsored by Sunstar GUM and Thryve. The children’s enthusiasm for keeping their teeth clean was delightful. Look at the happy, healthy smiles in the pics below. The Dental Wellness Trust, a charity organisation, was founded by London-based, South African born dentist Dr Linda Greenwall in 2011. Concerned about the growing numbers of children needing general anesthetic for extractions due to heavily decayed teeth, Greenwall established the charity to provide basic oral care and hygiene skills. Today their LiveSmart Oral Education programme reaches around 15, 000 children) in low-income areas of South Africa (over 13, 000 in Cape Town and 2, 000 in Johannesburg). Trained ‘toothbrushing mamas’ teach the…
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Sunstar GUM fresh breath check
Take a #FreshBreathCheck this February Is your oral care routine on point? Take the Sunstar GUM FreshBreathCheck this February to find out. You could win oral care prizes worth over R2,500 (including a year of oral hygiene treatments). Better still, when you enter, Sunstar GUM will donate a toothbrush to the Dental Wellness Trust on your behalf. Terms and conditions apply. Dentist Dr Linda Greenwall is founder of the Dental Wellness Trust, which teaches oral hygiene skills to over 15, 000 children in poorly-resourced areas of Cape Town and Johannesburg. “Brushing the teeth correctly is essential for good oral health, fresh breath and to prevent cavities. Yet when they first join us, many children don’t know basic oral care or own a toothbrush. It’s no surprise that so many South African children have dental disease by the age of six.” You can learn more about our commitment to…
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Let your smile sparkle
Expert advice for a brighter, whiter smile A smile has been described as the most beautiful curve on the human body. Here’s 7 tips from Dirna Grobbelaar, our Oral Hygiene Advisor, to help you achieve your brightest, whitest smile – naturally. Clean your teeth correctly twice a day for a full two minutes each time. Clean in-between your teeth every day using floss or one of Sunstar GUM’s interdental tools such as Soft-Picks advanced. Go to the oral hygienist for a professional cleaning (ideally every six months). Use Sunstar GUM Original White toothpaste, floss and rinse to restore the original whiteness of teeth and prevent further staining. Use the Philips Sonicare rechargeable powerbrush – clinically proven to make teeth up to two shades whiter in two weeks. Brush, rinse with water or chew sugar-free gum after consuming berries, coke, coffee, tea or red wine. Green tea, white and herbal teas…
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Feel the Dentyl difference
What’s so different about Dentyl Dual Action? What the dentist recommends and what we actually do to keep our mouths healthy, isn’t always in sync: brushing teeth for a full 2 minutes morning and evening; flossing every single day; not eating in-between meals … the list goes on. But when it comes to Dentyl Dual Action, dentists and patients seem to be on the same page. Dental professionals recommend Dentyl Dual Action because it’s alcohol-free and has superior plaque-fighting power. People recommend it for many reasons. Here’s a few, pulled from product reviews we’ve recently received: “It’s the best mouthwash I have ever used. It looks attractive, taste good, it works, it has no alcohol, it is gentle and does not sting, reasonably priced and overall definitely a winner!” — Homairah Dhorat “Ek hou verskriklik van Dentyl mouthwash. Dit help my met sensitiewe gums. Eers kon ek…
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Diabetes and oral health
Whilst blood sugar control may be the most immediate concern for people affected by diabetes, it’s also important to take special care of the mouth, due to a potentially high risk of oral disease. For World Diabetes Day (14 November) our oral hygiene advisor Dirna Grobbelaar, shares expert information on maintaining a healthy mouth even when you have diabetes. Oral health conditions associated with diabetes include gum disease, tooth decay and bad breath. Emerging research suggests a link between poorer glycaemic control in people and advanced gum disease (periodontitis). The cause of many of the oral health problems that can affect people with diabetes is increased levels of glucose in the saliva. This creates an ideal breeding ground for the oral bacteria that cause bad breath, cavities and gum disease. People with diabetes also tend to have a lower resistance to infection and heal more slowly, which can…
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Sunstar GUM #HealthySmiles123
Cast your vote & win ! This September, National Oral Health Month, the Sunstar GUM #HealthySmiles123 campaign focuses on the 3 daily steps dental professionals recommend for a beautiful, healthy smile – brush, clean in-between and rinse. But what should come first – brush, floss or rinse? The Sunstar GUM #HealthySmiles123 poll is asking your opinion. Cast your vote here and you could WIN a Sunstar GUM kit worth over R800. Ts & Cs apply. This amazing prize has all the quality Sunstar GUM oral care tools required for an effective daily oral care routine. Valued at over R800 it includes 2 x ActiVital Sonic toothbrushes (the sleekest sonic around); Original White toothpaste; Original White floss; Easy-Flossers and alcohol-free Original White Mouthrinse. With Sunstar GUM healthy smiles are as simple as 1, 2, 3 Brush – brush correctly…
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Be nicer to your nose this winter – five ways to prevent a red nose
A red, chapped nose is one of the more visible side-effects of colds and flu, for children and adults. Here’s five practical ways to prevent a sore or raw nose this winter, from mom of three, our Oral Hygiene Advisor, Dirna Grobbelaar. A runny nose can cause dryness and chafing as frequent blowing and wiping, strips natural moisture from the skin and causes irritation. Apply some type of barrier cream like Letibalm, petroleum jelly or coconut oil to form a protective layer over the skin. Letibalm is ideal as it’s the only product available in South Africa specifically designed to protect and repair the delicate skin around the nose and lips. It’s made with natural and active ingredients including ancient healing herb centella asiatica with proven antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and hydrating properties; nourishing cocoa butter and antioxidant vitamin E. Whichever balm you use, it’s vital to apply it several…
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