At a young age, children need to be taught how to keep their mouth nice and clean. Tooth decay is the single most common infectious disease affecting U.S. children (pdf). If your child never picks up the bacteria that eat away at their teeth, they could possibly be cavity-free … [Read more...]
Avoiding oral cancer
April is Oral Cancer Awareness month. We want to review some of the basics to help our readers understand their risks when it comes to oral cancer. What is oral cancer? Cancer that develops in tissues of the mouth (oral cavity) or the throat area which lies behind the mouth … [Read more...]
Alcohol free weekend
This weekend is the National Alcohol Free Weekend (April 4 to April 6). The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence has issued a challenge for everyone to abstain from alcohol for a 3-day period. The main goal of this weekend is to set a good example for young adults; … [Read more...]
Mouthguards: Don’t slapshot your teeth away
If you’re a hockey player, don’t forget your mouthguard! That way if you get between the puck and the net, you won’t have to worry about an injury to your teeth. There are 3 types of mouthguards: Ready-made mouthguards: These are found in most sporting goods stores. … [Read more...]
Adult braces – Q&A
If you aren't one of the lucky ones whose teeth came in perfectly straight, chances are that you have considered getting braces. Some parents choose to get their child braces in their adolescence, and more adults are getting them too. In 2010, the number of adults in braces … [Read more...]
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