Just because most newborns don’t have teeth yet, it’s never too early for new parents to start a dental regimen for their baby. It’s important for parent to give children a proper start if they are to enjoy a lifetime of good dental health. Here are milestones for parents to keep in mind: During the… Continue reading 7 Dental Milestones that Parents Need to Know
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How to Avoid Jaw Problems
We get so excited when babies get their first teeth—that tiny sharp bit of white poking up out of smooth pink gums. By the time you reach adulthood, you’ve got thirty-two big teeth—fewer if you had wisdom teeth or others removed—and they probably aren’t quite as white. But they are still just as crucial for… Continue reading How to Avoid Jaw Problems
Say Goodbye to Morning Breath
Waking up with that not-so-minty-fresh breath in the morning is not ideal. But cosmetic dentist Dr. Victoria Veytsman has some tips for avoiding that embarrassment: “It’s important to know the cause of the bad breath. Certain medications or health conditions may be the culprit, although most morning breath is caused by dry mouth,” Vetysman says. “Lack… Continue reading Say Goodbye to Morning Breath
Don’t Forget Oral Health During Vacation
For most children and teenagers, the start of summer break means three months of sleeping in late, trips to the beach, summer vacations, camps and other activities there just wasn’t time for when school was still in session. However, while the break brings with it a relaxed environment, it’s important to keep a regular routine… Continue reading Don’t Forget Oral Health During Vacation
Watch Out for Barbecue Brushes
A new study examines the injuries caused by ingesting wire bristles from grill brushes – and it’s a cautionary tale for consumers and physician to take note of before the summer grilling season begins. Researchers, whose findings were published in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, reviewed literature and used the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s National Electronic… Continue reading Watch Out for Barbecue Brushes
Could Your Dental Habits Use A Spring Cleaning?
If you have some questions about what might be best when it comes to keeping your mouth healthy and smiling, you’re not alone. According to the national DentalPlans’ Annual SmileIndex Survey, people have many misconceptions about what is and isn’t healthy for our teeth and gums.Keeping good dental habits is one of the easiest ways… Continue reading Could Your Dental Habits Use A Spring Cleaning?
Evaluate Before You Exfoliate
Although exfoliation can improve your skin’s appearance, there are different kinds of exfoliation, and what works for one patient may not work for another, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Here, from board-certified dermatologist Mary P. Lupo, MD, FAAD, clinical professor of dermatology, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, are some things to… Continue reading Evaluate Before You Exfoliate
Taking Care of Aging Teeth
As we age, most of us become more susceptible to health risks – and that includes oral-health problems. Seniors are liable to worn and discolored teeth, and without the right oral care, they can get diseases that cause the gums to recede (hence the phrase “long in the tooth”). According to the federal Centers for… Continue reading Taking Care of Aging Teeth