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What To Do and Not Do for These 3 Common Childhood Dental Problems
updated: Nov. 01, 2021
Knowing what to do—and what not to do—when your child is sick can greatly affect their health and well-being. That's especially true with dental problems. Here then are some Dos Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
updated: Aug. 18, 2021
In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
5 Tips Students (and Everyone Else) Should Heed for Healthy Teeth and Gums
updated: Aug. 13, 2021
Though it sounds like an elite academic society, "The Freshman 15" is anything but. The phrase stands for the weight, pegged at 15 pounds, that many incoming students gain Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Tips to Getting the Dental Care You Need, Even on a Tight Budget
updated: Aug. 03, 2021
If your budget gets squeezed, cutting non-essential expenses can be a wise move. But think twice before lumping dental care into that category—postponing dental visits or treatment could put Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Although It Sounds Exotic, This Mouth Sore Isn't a Big Concern
updated: Jul. 04, 2021
Most of what goes on inside our mouths—good or bad—is fairly predictable. But every now and then, people encounter something out of the ordinary. A good example is lichen Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
An Eating Disorder May Show Itself in The Mouth
updated: Jun. 19, 2021
Although dental care is our primary focus, we dentists are also on the lookout for other health problems that may manifest in the mouth. That's why we're sometimes the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Refined Sugar Could Be Harming More Than Your Teeth
updated: Jun. 14, 2021
You've probably heard your dentist say more than once to cut back on sweets. That's good advice not only for keeping your teeth healthy, but your whole body as Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Acid Reflux Could Be Damaging Your Teeth
updated: May 15, 2021
Your tooth enamel is often under assault from oral acid produced by bacteria and certain foods. Unless neutralized, acid can erode your enamel, and lead to destructive tooth decay. But Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Tips for Helping a Senior Adult Keep Their Oral Health
updated: May 05, 2021
By the time a person passes the half-century mark, they've done quite a bit of living: their share of ups and downs, successes and failures, and joys and sorrows. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A New Dental Pain Management Approach Reduces the Need for Narcotics
updated: Apr. 30, 2021
Narcotics have long played an important role in easing severe pain caused by disease, trauma or treatment. Healthcare professionals, including dentists, continue to prescribe them as a matter of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
4 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Tooth Enamel
updated: Apr. 15, 2021
Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, and for good reason—it's your teeth's first line of defense against wearing and harmful oral bacteria. But although enamel can Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
On World Oral Health Day Take Pride in Your Mouth With These Care Tips
updated: Mar. 11, 2021
Do you remember your first new car? It purred like a kitten with a brilliant finish you could see a mile away. And my, oh my, the attention you Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Eating the Right Foods Can Boost Your Efforts to Prevent Dental Disease
updated: Feb. 24, 2021
You're more apt to lose teeth because of periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay than any other cause. But neither of these bacterial diseases have to happen: You can Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
See Your Dentist if You're Experiencing One of These 3 Oral Problems
updated: Feb. 19, 2021
If your dental health isn't in the best of shape, a survey conducted by the American Dental Association (ADA) says the cause is likely one of three common oral Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Get Your Vitamins the Natural Way for Optimum Dental Health
updated: Jan. 25, 2021
Along with daily oral hygiene and regular dental visits, a balanced and nutritious diet is another key part of great oral health. The foods you eat can have a Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Your Food's Micronutrients Make a Difference in Your Dental Health
updated: Jan. 20, 2021
When you were a kid, a plate of green beans or carrots probably seemed less appealing than a handful of cookies or a bowl of ice cream. Mom or Read moreCategory: Oral Health
