Having high melatonin levels at age 43 could be due to several factors, and while melatonin itself doesn’t directly harm your teeth, some related conditions or behaviors might affect your oral health. Here’s what you should know:

Possible Reasons for High Melatonin at 43:

1. Natural Variation – Some people naturally produce more melatonin.

2. Sleep Disorders – Insomnia or irregular sleep patterns can sometimes lead to elevated melatonin.

Prepare Early: Dental Appointments Amid Looming Super Typhoon Uwan (Fung-Wong)

As the country braces once again for another powerful storm, Super Typhoon Uwan (Fung-Wong) threatens to bring strong winds and widespread rains across Luzon and parts of Visayas. While we continue to recover from the aftermath of Typhoon Tino, this new weather disturbance reminds us to stay alert — and plan ahead.

Mga kaibigan, let's talk about a habit many of us are guilty of. After a meal of sinigang or a sweet kakanin, we head to the bathroom and attack our teeth with a toothbrush like we're scrubbing the floor. We believe that the harder we brush, the cleaner we get. Pero, the truth is, this "sigang siga" (aggressive) brushing style isn't making our teeth stronger—it's slowly destroying them.

The well-meaning intention to have a clean, healthy smile is backfiring for countless Filipinos, leading to sensitive teeth and receding gums.

The Spring Break Promise & The Morning-After Regret

Imagine this: It's the peak of Miami spring break. The night was epic—music, laughter, new friends. You fell asleep with the taste of pizza and soda still on your teeth, too tired to even think about your toothbrush.

You wake up to a Miami sunrise, but your mouth feels… off. It’s sticky, furry, and tastes like something crawled in and died. You tell yourself it’s just “morning breath,” but a look in the mirror shows a yellow film on your teeth, and your gums look a little puffy.