August 7, 2009 | Posted by admin Several inexpensive safety precautions can help prevent costly injuries during the summer sport season.
A child’s mouth and face can easily be injured if the correct precautions and equipment are not uesd during organized sports. In fact, sports-related injuries are the leading cause of emergency room visits in 12 to 17 years old and a typical [...]
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May 25, 2009 | Posted by admin You know that brushing teeth everyday can help you avoid cavities, but that’s not enough to keep the teeth healthy. You may be surprised to learn that most tooth loss is adults is not cause by tooth decay – it’s caused by gum disease. Gums cover and protect the bone that supports your teeth. This bone [...]
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April 21, 2009 | Posted by admin Why Fluoride is Important to Teeth?
Throughout the day, your teeth are exposed to acids released by bacteria found in plaque that can break down enamel (the outer layer) and lead to tooth decay. Fluoride is a natural mineral that can safely strengthen teeth to help prevent tooth decay and permanent tooth loss. More importantly, it [...]
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April 13, 2009 | Posted by admin In a recent survey, carried out by the Singapore Dental Health Foundation (SDHF) and the Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI), ‘no pain’ was the top reason cited for Singaporeans not going to a dentist regularly.
The survey, carried out last year, sought the oipnions of professionals and workers about preventive dental care – to gauge their [...]
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January 21, 2009 | Posted by admin Tooth eruption is a part and parcel of growing up, at least for the first 15 years of each and everyone of us. This is especially important for parents to note these dates for your child, so that you can ensure that your child is undergoing a normal phase. Let us first explore the different [...]
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