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SalivaThe minerals in your saliva and the amount of saliva help withremineralization – the process that keeps your teeth fromdeveloping cavities. Having less saliva can make you moreprone to cavities. The amount of saliva you have is influencedby a host of factors such as snoring, diet and medication.In addition, the...
FLOSS DAILY Only 4 in 10 Americans floss daily and 20 percent never floss.1Flossing at leastonce a day is an essential part of oral health – it helps keep plaque at bay andcan reduce your risk of gum disease and gingivitis. BRUSH TWICE DAILY More than 30 percent...
OPENING PACKAGES WITH YOUR TEETH Tough plastic or other resilientmaterials can crack or chip your teeth as surelyas if you chomp on jawbreaker candies. Even thinpackaging or tape can get stuck between yourteeth, irritating and even cutting your gums. Keep a small pair of scissors in your car or purse...
Photo by Myles Tan on UnsplashThe sealants typically last 5 to 10 years. Not only can they help prevent cavities from forming, but they can also deter small existing cavities from getting bigger. More than a third of kids ages 13 to 19 have sealants, so if you and your dentist decide sealants...
Photo by Carly Jayne on UnsplashWATER FLUORIDATION: ONE OF THE GREATEST PUBLIC HEALTH ACHIEVEMENTS TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING? Since U.S. cities began adding fluoride to water supplies more than 65 years ago, tooth decay has decreased dramatically. This result led the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to name water fluoridation...
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on UnsplashGET THE SHOT Get over your fear of needles if you want to get through the flu season untouched. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone six months and older should get a yearly flu vaccine. Don’t worry; you can still get vaccinated even if...
Elija una calabaza y tállela o píntela.Salga a caminar.Asegúrese de pisar algunas hojas secas.Tueste semillas de calabaza en el horno.Hierva agua con canela y especias en el horno para armar popurrí.Vaya a un mercado de productos agrícolas de otoño y busque calabacines, batatas y calabazas.Salga con su vehículo a buscar...
We’re well aware of the negative consequences of smoking: In addition to causing yellow teeth and stinky breath, smoking is a leading cause of gum disease and oral cancer. But what about “vaping” with electronic cigarettes? E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices containing a metal heating element that vaporizes a solution containing...
The History of Oral Health: X-Rays Physicist Wilhelm Röntgen accidentally discovered X-rays in 1895. The first X-ray ever taken was of his wife’s hand. She had to hold her hand still for 15 minutes! The “X” stands for “unknown.” The first dental X-ray took a whopping 25 minutes. Edmund Kells,...
Photo by rawpixel on UnsplashTaking medication as prescribed is important in treating an illness or managing a condition. But it isn’t always as easy as it sounds! For many reasons, people miss a dose or two of their antibiotic, or even forget to have a prescription refilled before it runs out. Taking medication...
According to the American Dental Association, a dental examination is as important as immunizations and booster shots and should be a regular part of back-to-school preparations. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say that tooth decay affects U.S. children more than any other chronic infectious disease and 19 percent...
One of the latest DIY dental trends floating around the internet is a homemade whitening concoction made of coconut oil, baking soda and turmeric. Turmeric, a member of the ginger family, is a goldenrod-colored spice often used in South Asian and Middle Eastern cooking.Proponents say that applying the mixture to...
Photo by Sweet Ice Cream Photography on UnsplashDIY toothpaste recipes vary widely, but typical ingredients include coconut oil, baking soda, sea salt, cacao nibs and essential oils. Proponents of homemade toothpastes claim they provide greater ingredient transparency. Because users make these recipes from scratch, they can see exactly what they’ll be brushing with....
Photo by Chris Benson on UnsplashStart Healthy Habits EarlyAs soon as your child's baby teeth appear, they're at risk of cavities — also known as dental caries. Cavity-causing bacteria can be transferred to a baby's mouth from a parent, often from using the same spoon or sharing a toothbrush. Just as cavities can...
Photo by Bernard Hermant on UnsplashSaliva protects teeth and gums and helps to lubricate the mouth.Saliva is essential to the breakdown of food.Food molecules must dissolve in saliva in order to be recognised by taste buds.Saliva helps wounds in the mouth heal faster than wounds elsewhere on the body.When you are nervous or...
Photo by Brooke Lark on UnsplashFoods That Whiten Teeth NaturallyStrawberries. They may stain your shirt, but they could work to whiten teeth, since they contain an enzyme called malic acid. ...Apples, celery and carrots. ...Oranges and pineapples. ...Baking soda. ...Yogurt, milk and cheese.
Photo by rawpixel on UnsplashSMILE STATISTICSmiles are an interesting feature of everyone’s life. Everyone has one, but everyone feels differently about their own. Consider a few interesting facts about smiles:.• 62 - Number of times a day the average woman smiles. • 8 - Number of times a day the average man smiles.• 63% - Percentage of...
Photo by Joanna Kosinska on UnsplashWhat is Xylitol?Pure xylitol is a white crystalline substance that looks and tastes like sugar. Studies using xylitol as either a sugar substitute or a small dietary addition have demonstrated a dramatic reduction in new tooth decay.Xylitol is right here, inside, already. Our bodies produce up to 15...
Photo by Alex on UnsplashBrushing Your Teeth the Right Way Proper brushing is probably the most important way to keep your mouth healthy. Brushing correctly and with the proper frequency can help you prevent problems before they appear. There are four important things you will need to properly brush your teeth: a toothbrush with...
Photo by freestocks.org on UnsplashPregnancy and Dental CarePreventative dental cleanings and exams are just as important as ever during pregnancy. A woman is more susceptible during pregnancy to common dental problems than she is before or after. Her baby benefits too from preventative dental care during pregnancy as infections like gum disease have...
Photo by rawpixel on UnsplashHow and Why to FlossThe first line of defense against tooth decay has always been brushing your teeth. But it is impossible for a toothbrush to get perfectly between your teeth. That is why flossing is the second part of the one-two punch against plaque. Flossing can many times...
Photo by James Graham on Unsplash Link between Gum Disease and Cardiovascular Disease?Researchers may be one step closer to establishing a link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease (CVD) – the number one cause of death worldwide.Periodontal disease describes bacterial growth and production of factors that gradually destroy the tissue surrounding and supporting the...
Photo by jesse orrico on UnsplashCan my headaches be caused by my teeth?Some people who have recurrent headaches have been diagnosed as having TMJ. TMJ is an umbrella term covering acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the mandible to the skull. The disorder and resultant dysfunction can result in...
Clear CorrectLooking for an alternative to metal braces? Clear Correct is the clear and simple choice. No wires. No brackets. Just clear, convenient comfort.With Clear Correct, we can straighten your teeth using a series of clear, custom, removable aligners. Each aligner moves your teeth just a little bit at a...
Photo by Daniel Frank on UnsplashTake Home Tooth Whitening Looking for a whitening treatment that can dramatically change your tooth color, giving you a whiter and brighter smile? We now offer the new take home tooth whitening system!Our new tooth whitening system gives consistent results that can last for a long time without the confusion and frustration...
Photo by Peter Kasprzyk on Unsplash Your teeth were designed to last a lifetime, but sometimes they don’t! Replacing missing teeth is important to your general health and to the health of your other teeth. Not only do you lose chewing ability when a tooth is lost, but unreplaced teeth can cause other teethto...
Photo by Miguel Bruna on UnsplashA Confident Smile Will Change Someone’s DayGive them a smile: a happy, friendly, and genuine smile. Go ahead, flash it;it's contagious, it’s infectious, It’s the universal expression of happiness. A simple smile can change someone’s day. Some people are a little nervous about smiling. They don't think their smile...
Adult Fluoride TreatmentsIn the past, it was generally accepted that fluoride should be mainly used for children whose developing teeth fluoride helped the most. But through the years, more research has been done and fluoride is being shown to help prevent tooth decay in people of all ages. You don’t...
Acid and Your TeethAcids found in food and liquids can have a harmful affect on your teeth. Each tooth has a hard protective layer called the enamel. When acids come in contact with the enamel, the acids can make it soft. When this happens repeatedly, your enamel can wear away...