A smile is a wonderful thing and if you’re like me the sun shines just a little brighter when your child smiles! And that is why we need to teach them to keep teeth healthy. Oral health starts during infancy, and good habits are best initiated early in life with regular visits to the dentist, as this means healthy teeth and gums. Even if problems arise, you can catch them…
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Dental emergencies can be a pain! Regular dental exams are important for preventive dental care and health. If you are planning to go on a trip overseas, make sure you visit the dentist. Schedule a dentist’s appointment for the entire family at least a month before your departure date. You will save yourself the misery of a sudden dental emergency that can spoil your happy plans. Can you imagine looking…
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Bad Breath? Here Are 10 Tips To Prevent It #oralhealth #dentalhygiene #halitosis
by Vidya Sury April 2, 2019Bad breath can be uncomfortable for you and those around you. The good news is you can prevent bad breath. Also referred to as halitosis, there are several causes for bad breath. The most common ones are: Poor oral hygiene habits inviting bacteria and risk of gum disease Infections in the mouth Unhealthy habits such as smoking and alcohol intake Some foods like garlic and onion Dry mouth – usually…
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7 Surprising Common Foods That Stain Our Teeth #OralHealth
by Vidya Sury October 23, 2018When we stop to think, it is amazing to realize that we consume so many foods that stain our teeth. So, how about a dental checkup today? No need to fix an appointment except with yourself. Take five minutes – pick up a mirror and look into your mouth. Examine your teeth. Looking good? Great! I don’t want to talk about brushing and flossing and regular visits to the dentist—which…
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A Parent’s Checklist For Children’s Oral Health
by Vidya Sury June 22, 2018Childhood is filled with milestones — first words, first steps, first day of school, etc. Yet, although many of these milestones are welcome, joyous occasions, there are plenty of milestones that parents would prefer their children missed — especially their first cavities. A large number of children experience tooth decay before they start kindergarten. In many cases, that’s because their parents didn’t take the time to instill good dental hygiene…