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Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 14, 2019
Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss”
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Don't Use Benzocaine Products to Ease Your Baby's Teething Pain
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 04, 2019
Although teething is a natural part of your baby's dental development, it can be quite uncomfortable for them—and upsetting to you. During teething, children can experience symptoms like pain,
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Here's How You Can Protect Your Child's Teeth from Tooth Decay
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 24, 2019
While dental diseases tend to be a greater concern as we get older, they also pose a potential threat to children. A particular type of tooth decay called early
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Primary Teeth are Critical to Future Dental Health and Worth Preserving
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 14, 2019
Ask any kid and they'll tell you just how valuable "baby" teeth really are—out of the mouth, of course, and under their pillow awaiting a transaction with the Tooth
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Pop Star Demi Lovato Pops Out Jay Glazer's Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 04, 2019
Singer and actor Demi Lovato has a new claim to fame: formidable martial artist. When she is not in the recording studio, on stage or in front of the
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Help 'De-Stress' Your Child's Dental Visits with these Tips
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 25, 2019
Regular dental visits are just as important for healthy teeth and gums as daily brushing and flossing. Not only will these visits reduce the amount of hidden or hard
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Keep an Eye on Your Young Children's Fluoride Intake
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 15, 2019
We've known for a long time that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel against decay. We've also learned that fluoride consumption early in life pays later dividends with healthier teeth.
But while
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Simple Steps to Follow if Your Child has a Toothache
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 05, 2019
"Mom, my tooth hurts" isn't something you look forward to hearing your child say. But tooth pain is as common as other childhood ailments, so you may have to
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Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 25, 2019
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But
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Thumb Sucking One of Many Factors to Consider When Treating a Poor Bite
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 15, 2019
It’s true — thumb sucking beyond age 4 can cause bite problems for permanent teeth. But prolonged thumb sucking is just one of a number of possible contributing factors
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Dental Sealants can help Prevent Tooth Decay in Children
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 05, 2019
While children are less likely than adults to experience periodontal (gum) disease, the same can't be said for tooth decay. One aggressive form of decay called early childhood caries
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Keep Watch for Bite Problems with your Child's Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 26, 2019
Around ages 6 to 8, a child's primary teeth will begin to loosen to make way for their permanent teeth. If all goes well, the new set will come
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Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 16, 2019
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both
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A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 06, 2019
Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early?
The answer is yes —
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Instill in Your Child the Daily Habit of Brushing and Flossing
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 24, 2019
There are a lot of things we do without much conscious thought — habits we've developed over time. Some habits help streamline our lives for the good; others, though,
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Topical Fluoride is a Safe Way to Protect Your Child's Teeth from Decay
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 14, 2019
We've known for decades that fluoride strengthens tooth enamel and lowers the risk for decay. And while adding it to toothpaste and drinking water are the more common ways
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