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Don’t Let Plaque Stick Around! Teach Kids to Floss Project

December 17, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

This project uses an ice tray, Play-Doh, and pipe cleaners to illustrate the importance of flossing! Teaching kids to floss just got a whole lot easier.

Teaching younger kids to floss may seem nearly impossible right now, but this project can help change that and get them understand the importance of oral health (and why their favorite dance is so funny)! Use Play-Doh, a pipe cleaner, and the underside of an ice tray to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids, Just for Fun

Advancing Policy to Improve Oral Health

December 12, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

Communities help us understand the challenge of accessing, understanding and valuing the importance of good oral health care. With our healthcare structure divided between medical and dental care, patients are challenged to get their needs met. Unfortunately, dental benefits are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health, Foundation

Can Receding Gums Grow Back Naturally?

December 10, 2019 By Wyatt Dilling

A receding gum line can’t grow back, but it can be prevented. Learn more about what causes our gums to recede.

Gum recession is a common but uncomfortable oral health condition. People with receding gums may experience teeth sensitivity, loose teeth, bad breath, and more. If you have receding gums, you’ve probably wondered if they can heal over time. The answer may surprise you. In … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults

Holiday Foods that Bring the Gift of Cavities

November 26, 2019 By Wyatt Dilling

If you’re adding these holiday food favorites to your list, keep in mind they are holiday foods that can cause cavities and opt for a low sugar version.

If you’re looking forward to a snooze after your holiday meal, don’t forget to brush before your nap. There’s no shortage of holiday foods that can cause cavities. Keep your oral health habits strong this holiday season. Look for low-sugar alternatives if you encounter these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health

Marijuana, Dental Surgery, and Anesthesia

November 5, 2019 By Ryan Boulding

More evidence is becoming available around how marijuana users require more anesthesia, urging patients to share their habits with medical and dental practitioners.

If you’re using marijuana, it’s important to let your dentist know. Smoking marijuana can damage oral health and having a tolerance for marijuana may affect how a person responds to anesthesia, post-treatment healing, and medications. The number of states where marijuana is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health

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