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Break the 5-Second Rule

June 20, 2013 By Social Media Collaborative

The 5-second rule has been around for ages… literally! It dates back to the 13th century Mongolian ruler Genghis Khan, who according to legend told his generals at banquets that they could leave food on the floor for later. His logic was that if the food were good enough to be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: bacteria growth, harmful bacteria, transmitting bacterias

Are you Drinking BECAUSE of the Holidays?

December 13, 2012 By Social Media Collaborative

It is a season for celebration; a season to be thankful for our families, our faith and our health. I don’t know about your family but around this time of the year, my family tends to overindulge in the giggle juice, also known as alcohol.   It is not uncommon for family … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: alcohol, dry mouth, harmful bacteria, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, oral health information, rinse mouth with water

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