Originally found onhttp://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/babies-and-kids/playing-the-tooth-fairy?source=promospots&content=topstories&medium=ParentGuide_ToothFairy For generations, the Tooth Fairy has left a small gift for children who tuck fallen baby teeth under their pillows. This charming tradition is the perfect time … Read More
Why Use Mouthwash?
Originally found onhttp://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/m/mouthwash While not a replacement for daily brushing and flossing, use of mouthwash (also called mouth rinse) may be a helpful addition to the daily dental hygiene routine … Read More
How to Get a Picture-Perfect Wedding Smile
Originally found onhttp://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/adults-under-40/special-occasion-smiles?source=promospots&content=rotator&medium=weddingsmiles The first thing Larry Dougherty noticed about his dental school classmate Ana Paula Ferraz was her long, jet black hair. As Ana got to know Larry, she … Read More
Periodontal (Gum) Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Originally found onhttps://www.nidcr.nih.gov/OralHealth/Topics/GumDiseases/PeriodontalGumDisease.htm Introduction If you have been told you have a periodontal (gum) disease, youre not alone. Many adults in the U.S. currently have some form of the disease. … Read More
Teeth and gum care: How to brush teeth and get healthy gums
Originally found on http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/298531.php Good teeth and gum care is an important part of maintaining overall health. Poor oral health is significantly associated with major chronic diseases, can cause disability, … Read More
Healthy Teeth for Baby and Beyond
Originally found on https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/issue/Feb2013/feature2 Teeth help us bite, chew, speak clearly and smile. Even babies need healthy teeth. But teeth need proper care to stay healthy and strong. Its never … Read More
Keep Your Mouth Healthy: Oral Care for Older Adults
Originally found onhttps://newsinhealth.nih.gov/issue/oct2015/feature2 Oral health is important for people of all ages. But the simple routine you learned as a kidbrush your teeth twice a day and floss regularlycan become … Read More
4 Myths About Oral Health and Aging
Originally found on https://medlineplus.gov/magazine/issues/summer16/articles/summer16pg15-16.html Is dry mouth a natural part of the aging process? Is tooth decay just kid stuff? Separate fact from fiction. Having the right information can help … Read More
Know Your Teeth: Should I Floss?
Originally found onhttp://www.knowyourteeth.com/infobites/abc/article/?abc=F&iid=302&aid=1244 Yes. Floss removes plaque and debris that sticks to teeth and gums in between teeth, polishes tooth surfaces, and controls bad breath.Plaque is a sticky layer of … Read More
Living with Diabetes? Read these Dental Tips
Originally found on https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/OralHealth/Topics/Diabetes/DiabetesDentalTips.htm Diabetes can cause serious problems in your mouth. You can do something about it. If you have diabetes, make sure you take care of your mouth. … Read More