Haven’t been to the dentists in a while? Ever joke and say it is because you’re allergic to dentistry? Dental allergies are an issue that many patients experience when visiting their dentists. These allergies are mostly caused by materials that dentists use in their offices such as latex. If you have a dental history with allergies or ever experience any [...]
It’s been said a million times, and for good reason—healthy dental habits throughout the beginning of one’s life can stick with you through old age. Teaching these early on can enable your child to continue to have good dental care when they are grown. That’s why children should be taught, in early childhood, the importance of brushing and the correct [...]
Charcoal is an interesting substance that has recently gained popularity in the health industry. It can be found in health products such as lotions, soaps, face masks, toothpaste, and even cosmetics. “Activated” charcoal is made from coconut shells, peat, sawdust, olive pits, bone char or petroleum coke. This is a special type of charcoal that is produced at extremely high [...]
Recently, there has been a rise in the popularity of electric toothbrushes. With all the hype, are these brushes really better than a manual brush? Dental professionals concur that a regular toothbrush can supply the same cleanliness that an electric toothbrush can; nevertheless, the ease of the electric brush is the real divider in this argument. When using a traditional [...]
What is the most important type of protective sports equipment? Lots of people would probably agree on a helmet. That answer’s not wrong since helmets prevent sports players from sustaining severe and deadly head injuries. But, for contact sports, mouth guards can be just as important to a sports player’s well-being as a helmet. Nearly forty percent of all sports [...]
