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Is the Beverage to Blame? Sports Drinks May Not Be Causing Those Cavities

December 3, 2015 Delta Dental of Idaho

Sports drinks are a nightmare for an athlete’s smile. But is the drink or athlete the one to blame?

Destroy. Bad. Worst. Decay. These were the words splashed across the Google results page after we searched, “sports drinks and teeth.” But are sports drinks really the villain? Though it’s true they can harm your teeth, the same is true of your habits. When it comes to … [Read more...]

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Teens and the Advantages of Risk-taking

June 30, 2015 Delta Dental of Idaho

not all teen risks are bad. here are the advantages:

If you think your teenager is a risk-taker, you’re probably right: dramatic brain changes experienced during adolescence may explain increased exploration. But don’t fret, parents! It’s normal (and necessary) for teenagers to take risks. Prevent teen tooth troubles by … [Read more...]

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Keeping your Child’s Mouth Safe this Summer

July 15, 2014 Delta Dental of Idaho

The long days and short nights of summer create the perfect conditions for outdoor fun. And while warmer weather might tear your child away from that comfy living room chair, it’s also the time of year when youth accidents are most common. Swimming Pool Safety As you watch … [Read more...]

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Mouthguards: Don’t slapshot your teeth away

April 1, 2014 Delta Dental of Idaho

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...]

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Hockey and Missing Teeth: Play it safe, use a mouthguard

February 4, 2014 Delta Dental of Idaho

The Olympics are just around the corner and a common favorite Olympic sport is hockey. But have you ever wondered why hockey players wear those ever-present mouthguards? Mouthguards have been around since the 1930s but are still merely recommended by the NHL, not required. … [Read more...]

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