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How to Ease Dry Mouth Syndrome
Most people would rather not talk about saliva. Too much saliva can be unsightly and embarrassing; too little can cause dry mouth syndrome. And without an active supply of saliva to help defend your mouth from bacteria, fungi and viruses, you can become especially vulnerable to cavities and gum disease. The good news is there…
How a Clean Mouth Does Wonders for Your Body & Mind
The mouth’s a funny thing. It’s the source of one of the most beautiful things around – a smile – and also home to tons of bacteria. Maintaining a clean mouth isn’t always easy, but there are definitely some things you can do to at home or work to keep your mouth fresh: – Brush…
The Importance of Regular Dental Visits
You probably already know how important regular dental visits are for keeping your teeth and gums in good shape — besides brushing and flossing, a biannual checkup might be the best thing you can do for your oral health. But what you might not know is that there’s a strong relationship between your oral health…
How to Ease Dry Mouth Syndrome
Most people would rather not talk about saliva. Too much saliva can be unsightly and embarrassing; too little can cause dry mouth syndrome. And without an active supply of saliva to help defend your mouth from bacteria, fungi and viruses, you can become especially vulnerable to cavities and gum disease. The good news is there…
How a Clean Mouth Does Wonders for Your Body & Mind
The mouth’s a funny thing. It’s the source of one of the most beautiful things around – a smile – and also home to tons of bacteria. Maintaining a clean mouth isn’t always easy, but there are definitely some things you can do to at home or work to keep your mouth fresh: – Brush…
The Importance of Regular Dental Visits
You probably already know how important regular dental visits are for keeping your teeth and gums in good shape — besides brushing and flossing, a biannual checkup might be the best thing you can do for your oral health. But what you might not know is that there’s a strong relationship between your oral health…
Get Smart About Sippy Cups
Sippy cups are as much a part of toddlerhood as diapers and teddy bears. Designed with a spill-proof lid and spout, they help make the transition from bottle or breastfeeding to cup drinking much less messy. But while they’re a helpful tool, sippy cups can also pose risks to your child’s dental health if not…
Smoking and Tooth Loss
We have all been told that smoking is bad for our overall health. But did you know that it’s bad for your dental health? Few smokers are aware of the risks to their teeth caused by smoking, so if you are a smoker and are concerned about maintaining healthy teeth and gums, you are already…
Pacifiers and Bottles: Can Comfort Cause Complications?
When it comes to sucking, babies are naturals — maybe because they practice even before they are born! Children begin sucking on their thumb while in the womb to develop the skills necessary for breastfeeding. And for many kids, this skill has an added bonus: Thumb-sucking can be very soothing. Many infants and toddlers will…
Why a Mouthguard?
An active lifestyle calls for active safety. And while helmets, goggles and knee pads have become standard equipment to protect our bodies, it’s important to remember to protect your teeth as well. Mouthguards offer an easy, reliable method to cushion your teeth during athletic and recreational activity. Participating in any physical activity involves a risk…
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