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Baby Gum Disease
Your baby’s oral hygiene is an important factor in his overall health. Even though your baby may just be starting to get his first set of teeth, good oral hygiene can help reduce an excess of bacteria that leads to the development of gingivitis and periodontitis. Left untreated, gum diseases can cause tooth loss in both adults and children.
Gum Health and Its Surprising Connection to Heart Disease
When it comes to heart health, most people think of cholesterol, blood pressure, and even genetics. What rarely ever comes up? The gums. But here's the thing that many people do not know about gum health: how healthy or unhealthy your gums are can actually have a pretty big influence on how healthy or unhealthy…
Common Teeth Diseases Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Maintaining a healthy smile goes far beyond just brushing twice a day. Many people silently suffer from teeth diseases that affect their oral health and overall well-being. Whether it’s a minor cavity or an advanced gum condition, these problems can escalate if left untreated. In this guide, we’ll explore common teeth problems, their causes, symptoms,…
Hot Pockets Recalled Because They Might Have Diseased Animal Meat
Today in the worst news ever, Nestl USAs Prepared Foods Division has announced a recall of my very favorite frozen treat.Why? Because Hot Pockets Philly Steak & Cheese sandwich might, MIGHT be made with the meat of “diseased and unsound animals.” Oh God, I ate one last night. The sandwiches (if that’s what you want to call a frozen hunk of crust, meat and cheese with a hot lava center) were recalled because …
5 Signs Your Child Might Have a Dental Problem
Nothing can soften the heart of a parent like the smile of their child. But behind that cheerful smile may be something you wouldn't immediately notice, a dental problem secretly building itself. Unlike adults, children cannot usually tell you exactly what is amiss. That's why parents must be doubly vigilant for the subtle, often slight,…