Yolanda Smith

Feature Writer

B.Pharm.

Pharmacy

Yolanda graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of South Australia and has experience working in both Australia and Italy. She is passionate about how medicine, diet and lifestyle affect our health and enjoys helping people understand this. In her spare time she loves to explore the world and learn about new cultures and languages.

Articles from Yolanda

Enzyme Mechanisms

Enzyme mechanisms of catalysis play many important roles in the functioning of a healthy body. An enzyme may exist as a multi-subunit complex or it may be associated with a cofactor such as adenosine triphosphate (ATP)

8 Jun 2017

Periodontitis and Pregnancy

Women who are pregnant may be at an increased risk of pathological dental conditions, such as periodontitis. This is associated with complications for both the mother and baby, including the potential for the mother to lose teeth as well as an increased risk of preterm birth or low birth weight for the baby.

7 Jun 2017

What is Digital Holographic Microscopy?

Digital holographic microscopy (DHM) is a type of microscopy that combines digital holography with microscopy to allow transparent cells to be visualized with classic cell culture plates.

7 Jun 2017

Dental Health in Children

It is important for dental care to be a priority in children’s healthcare dating from the time that the first tooth appears through the gums. Taking proper care of teeth is essential to prevent conditions such as tooth decay in children, which is very common in children and affects approximately 1 in 5 of children in the United States.

7 Jun 2017

Management of Periodontitis

The aim of treatment for periodontitis is to prevent damage to bones and connective tissue surrounding the teeth. A periodontist, dentist or hygienist usually does this by cleaning the pockets that have formed around the teeth so that the infection cannot spread.

7 Jun 2017

Gingivitis and Pregnancy

Women who are pregnant are more likely to be affected by certain dental conditions such as gingivitis. Gingivitis is a condition that involves inflammation of the gums, and when it occurs in pregnancy, it is referred to as pregnancy gingivitis.

7 Jun 2017

Dental Care During Pregnancy

It is important for pregnant women to take good care of their teeth throughout their pregnancy. This is because they are more likely to be affected by some dental conditions due to the hormonal changes in pregnancy. Additionally, some dental procedures are not recommended while women are pregnant due to the potential risk of harm to the fetus.

6 Jun 2017

Causes of Periodontitis

Periodontitis, or periodontal disease, is an infection of the structures in the mouth that surround the teeth, such as the gums, periodontal ligament, alveolar bone, and cementum at the root of the tooth. There are many possible causes of periodontitis, which will be described in more detail in this article.

6 Jun 2017

Prevention of Periodontitis

Individuals can act in various ways to help prevent periodontitis, also known as periodontal disease. These include good oral hygiene, regular dental checkups and appropriate lifestyle changes.

6 Jun 2017

DNA Replication and Repair

DNA replication and repair are critical processes that ensure the correct genetic material of a biological system is carried on. DNA continually undergoes a process of replication and division and errors can sometimes occur in the process. It is essential for the biological system to have a mechanism in place to detect and repair these errors.

31 May 2017