May 10, 2017
Mother’s Day is observed on the second Sunday of May. This year, it falls on May 14. On this day, we honor mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures who have significantly influenced our lives. People honor their mother in different ways, from giving gifts to writing...
May 3, 2017
Arthritis is a disorder of the joints characterized by inflammation, stiffness, and joint pain. It can also cause swelling and disfiguration or deformation of affected joints. There are many types of arthritis, ranging from those that are associated with wear and tear...
Apr 27, 2017
Braces, together with retainers, can help with crooked teeth or a misaligned bite. Many general dentists can perform basic teeth straightening procedures, but orthodontists have special expertise in alignment and bite correction. If you think you need braces, you can...
Apr 24, 2017
Smoking has many serious health risks. It can lead to lung cancer, emphysema, and other serious illnesses. It can also have a significant impact on oral health. Smoking has been associated with periodontal or gum disease, which, in its advanced stages, can lead to...
Apr 17, 2017
Milk teeth or baby teeth are placeholders for adult teeth. The milk teeth help structure and prepare the jaw for the bigger adult teeth that will come at a later stage. Milk teeth also help babies get added nutrition that may not be provided by breast milk or formula....
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Apr 12, 2017
How can you protect your kid’s teeth during Easter Sunday? It is revealed that an average child consumes 5.5 pounds of chocolate during Easter. This is not good for your kid’s dental health that is why you need to find ways to lessen their sugar intake. Too much sugar...
Apr 10, 2017
April is Stress Awareness Month and a good time to focus on health issues related to stress and tension. Stress can cause a host of physical and mental health problems. It can even cause oral health issues. Consider the following oral health problems related to...
Apr 3, 2017
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a campaign dedicated to educating people about oral cancer awareness, prevention, and early detection. Currently, public awareness about oral cancer is quite low, and so are cure rates. Oral cancer is usually noticed first by oral...
Mar 27, 2017
Invisalign is a treatment that helps you achieve straighter teeth. For some people, Invisalign will work as an alternative to braces. Invisalign, however, is not an end treatment. You still need to wear a retainer to ensure that your teeth will stay straight rather...
Mar 21, 2017
Chewing tobacco (also known as “snuff” or “chew”) is held inside the mouth between the cheek and the gum. It is available in pouches or tins. The finely ground form of snuff is called snus. The amount of snuff a person puts in his mouth is called a pinch, lipper, dip,...
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