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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., June 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- You know the importance of brushing two or three times a day, and flossing at least once a day, in maintaining good oral health. But did you know there are other measures you should also take if you want to keep your teeth for a lifetime? Keep your mouth healthy by following these simple tips provided by Spodak Dental Group: Visit your dental office at least twice a year This is probably the most important thing to do. With...
June is Men’s Health Awareness Month. Blue is the color that is worn during this month to bring awareness and support to men’s health issues. (PRWEB) June 15, 2013 June is Men’s Health Awareness Month. Blue is the color that is worn during this month to bring awareness and support to men’s health issues. The purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This...
Need dental care and in the Atlanta, Georgia area? Look up the area’s newest member of the TeethWhiteningforFree.com family, Dr. Joseph Murray, DDS, of Pampered Smiles Dentistry, to get complimentary teeth whitening today. Auburn, Alabama (PRWEB) June 07, 2013 The newest member of TeethWhiteningforFree.com is Dr. Joseph Murray, of Atlanta, Georgia. A Howard University graduate, Dr. Murray provides professional dental care to the Atlanta area. As a TeethWhiteningforFree.com dentist, he...
CHICAGO, June 5, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Consuming dairy products is vital to maintaining good overall health, and it's especially important to bone health. But there has been little research about how dairy products affect oral health in particular. However, according to a new study published in the May/June 2013 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), consuming cheese and other dairy products may help protect...
May 20th-May 24th, 2013 was Health Week at Jones Clark Elementary in Beaumont, which featured a daily guest speaker covering topics such as health, nutrition, physical activity, and dental hygiene. Beaumont, TX (PRWEB) May 30, 2013 Your child spends more time at school than anywhere else except home. Schools can have a major effect on children's health by teaching about health and promoting healthy behaviors. May 20th-May 24th, 2013 was Health Week at Jones Clark Elementary in...
CHICAGO, May 28, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Addicted to soda? You may be shocked to learn that drinking large quantities of your favorite carbonated soda could be as damaging to your teeth as methamphetamine and crack cocaine use. The consumption of illegal drugs and abusive intake of soda can cause similar damage to your mouth through the process of tooth erosion, according to a case study published in the March/April 2013 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical...
Dental nurse releases children’s book to improve oral hygiene. London, UK (PRWEB) May 26, 2013 Learning proper oral care at a young age is imperative for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. By making this practice a habit, children will be more likely to continue this good behavior into their adulthood. My Clean Teeth is a new, informational tool to help educators and parents teach children about the importance of good oral hygiene. From her experience as a dental nurse and studies in...
Tooth decay is not directly prevented by flossing, says Woodland Hills dentist Dr. Kanani, contrary to what many patients think. However, along with points made in a November 22, 2012 Daily Mail article (“Is Flossing Your Teeth a Waste of Time?...”), flossing has long-term benefits that can prevent the cost of dental implants. Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) May 13, 2013 Around the Corner Dental Health Spa and Dr. Kanani offer free consultation to his first time patients to help them...
WASHINGTON, May 6, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In discussions of workforce issues and the media, New Zealand is frequently hailed as proof that dental therapists are the key to improving the oral health of underserved populations in the US. The latest example is a brief published by the Pew Children's Dental Campaign, "Dental Therapists in New Zealand: What the Evidence Shows." But that report contains a significant error, one that undermines Pew's overall premise. As it turns...
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin today officially endorsed community water fluoridation as "one of the most effective choices communities can make to prevent health problems while actually improving the oral health of their citizens." "Fluoridation's effectiveness in preventing tooth decay is not limited to children, but extends throughout life, resulting in fewer and less severe cavities," Dr. Benjamin said. "In fact,...
