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Did you know? Tooth decay – cavities – rank in the highest of chronic medical conditions. Only colds are more common.
Did you know? Tooth decay – cavities – rank in the highest of chronic medical conditions. Only colds are more common.
A brief article in the June 2011 issue of “Redbook Magazine” discussed radiation and when to be concerned. “Radiation is all around us. Â When should you worry? The nuclear crisis in Japan sparked not only debate about the safety of power plants but also fear over radiation we encounter every day. Â But Henry Royal, M.D.,
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Your nighttime routine can obliterate morning breath! The September issue of “Cosmopolitan” Magazine has a great recommendation to alter your dental hygiene routine at home before bedtime and you can eliminate that pesky morning breath. “BRUSH…for two minutes (30 seconds on each quadrant) to remove surface debris. FLOSS…to dislodge hidden food and plaque – a
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Dental implants are the best option for patients who have severely cracked or missing teeth. Performed in single or multitooth restorations, implants are a permanent option for those who might otherwise need something like dentures. For decades, titanium implants were the only choice, but the new zirconia implants offer several benefits, including a holistic one,
New findings from Loma Linda University of California supports the evidence that laughter triggers healthful phsyiological responses similar to those produced by exercise. Research subjects who watched funny videos experienced positive changes in blood pressure. Study author Lee Berk suggests spending time each day with people, videos, or blogs that crack you up. “A joke
Shape Magazine noted that German researchers found that a topical ointment containing the herb lemon balm was found to reduce redness and swelling of cold sores within only 2 days. Try Cold Sore Relief by Enzymatic Therapy ($11 at www.phytostore.com).
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An article in Shape Magazine noted that tongue cancer has risen 111% in Caucasian women younger than 44. The cause for the increase in cases is a mystery. During your dental checkup, we conduct a visual examination for oral cancer on the tongue and soft tissues of the mouth. Between your dental visits, be on
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It is difficult to turn on the TV or open a magazine these days without seeing some reference or advertisement to financial planning for retirement. That’s because of the vast number of people nearing retirement. In fact, Pew Research estimates that 6,200 baby boomers will retire each day for the next nineteen years! Wow! Those
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An article in Allure magazine discusses “8 Beauty Emergencies (and How to Respond).” Â Tip #2 deals with a Cold Sore. How to fix it: dab the spot with Abreva, an over-the-counter ointment that helps healing somewhat. Â Once the area has scabbed, keep it moist with Aquaphor lotion to prevent cracking. Â Camouflage the area with a
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Do you have bleeding gums? Bad breath and gum recession are not the only things you need to be worried about if your gums bleed when you brush your teeth. As stated by Dr. Donal Clem, president of the American Academy of Periodontology, “The inflammatory response from gum disease my increase harmful chemicals circulation in
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