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You’re probably aware that candy leads to cavities and sugary drinks can also cause decay. But cough syrup? Unfortunately, it’s true – certain syrupy medications can cause tooth troubles, especially if they’re consistently taken over a long period of time. The antihistamine syrups you can buy over-the-counter to help you and your kids combat the […]
If you follow health or celebrity news you’ve likely heard the buzz on the latest natural health craze to hit the internet: Oil Pulling. As the name suggests, the practice involves using about a tablespoon of oil – typically sesame or coconut, preferably organic – as a mouthwash. The oil is swished and “pulled” through the mouth for upwards of […]
Have you ever heard of TMJ syndrome? There are many misconceptions about it—but we’re here to clear up the facts about this common jaw disorder. TMJ stands for Temporomandibular joint. This is the joint that connects your lower jaw to the temporal bones of your skull. You have two TMJ joints that work together as […]
Stress can be harmful to us in many ways. In addition to taking a toll on emotional wellbeing, it can impact physical health by increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart disease, affect sleep and memory, cause headaches, and worsen depression. Not only that, but it can impact the health of your smile!! […]
When you have diabetes, the disease affects blood vessels and nerves and therefore can cause problems in any part of the body, including the mouth. The most common oral health problem affecting those with diabetes is gum disease, but there are many other issues diabetics are more prone to. Those problems include: Oral infections: Pus, swelling, […]
If you use tobacco, there are many reasons to try to quit today. Not only does smoking cause multiple forms of cancer, it can also cause bad breath, discoloured teeth, increase plaque and tartar build up on teeth, and raise the risk of gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer. World No Tobacco Day, created […]