Gingivitis means inflammation of the gums, or gingiva. It commonly occurs because a film of plaque, or bacteria, accumulates on the teeth.Gingivitis is a non-destructive type of periodontal disease, but untreated gingivitis can progress to periodontitis. This is more serious and can eventually lead to loss of teeth. Gingivitis is a common type of periodontal disease.Signs
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The early years of a child’s life are be the most important and now, new guidelines have suggested that milk and water are mostly the only things children aged five and under should drink.1A panel of scientists have issued the new nutritional guidelines which suggest children should not be given any drink with sugar or
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Smokers and heavy drinkers are more willing to give up on their unhealthy habits if they are aware of the links to mouth cancer, according to new research.An opinion poll by the Oral Health Foundation and Denplan, part of Simplyhealth, reveals that one-in-two smokers (50%) would quit cigarettes if they knew it increased their risk
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It’s one of the hardest habits to break and can require a great deal of persuasion: Parents often struggle with weaning their child off of a pacifier. There is much debate regarding the use of pacifiers, but there is evidence to show that there are both pros and cons, according to a study in the January/February
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Brushing and flossing are the best ways to help prevent cavities, but it’s not always easy to clean every nook and cranny of your teeth – especially those back teeth you use to chew (called molars). Molars are rough, uneven and a favorite place for leftover food and cavity-causing bacteria to hide. Still, there’s another
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When you have sensitive teeth, certain activities, such as brushing, eating and drinking, can cause sharp, temporary pain in your teeth. Sensitive teeth are typically the result of worn tooth enamel or exposed tooth roots. Sometimes, however, tooth discomfort is caused by other factors, such as a cavity, a cracked or chipped tooth, a worn
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With springtime comes warmer weather and a new sports season. When you’re making sure that your kids have all their equipment necessary to participate in their new sports, there is one major piece of equipment that should come first to mind: a sports mouth guard. You may be wondering why you need a mouth guard,
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Your hormones change during pregnancy. This can affect your oral health and your risk of gum and bone disease. Keeping your teeth and mouth healthy can decrease your risk of having a pre-term delivery or a low birth-weight baby. Taking care of your oral healthTo clean your mouth properly, you should:floss dailydrink fluoridated water where availablebrush
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They’re healthy choices that are good for your body and your mouth. The five foods to add to your diet today.Water rulesWater, especially fluoridated water, is the best beverage for maintaining your oral health. That’s because fluoride helps to make teeth more resistant to the acid attacks that can cause cavities. As of 2012, nearly
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