Back to School and Oral Health
It’s back to school for millions of U.S. children. As caregivers prepare for another academic year the countdown checklist includes new backpacks, school supply shopping, meet the teacher events, and…
Why You Should Stop Rinsing Your Mouth After Brushing Your Teeth, According to Experts
Once you finish brushing your teeth, what step do you take next? Do you normally rinse your mouth? That’s what I used to do. I’d even go over my teeth…
Why Back to School Should Include a Dental Checkup | Health
SUNDAY, Aug. 18, 2024 (HealthDay News) — As kids head back to school this fall, there is probably one item many parents haven’t thought to put on the to-do list:…
Teeth Scaling: Is This TikTok Trend Dangerous? Dentists Explain.
Teeth scaling, also known as dental scaling, takes things to the next level in terms of tackling plaque buildup. It’s an in-office dental procedure that uses sharp instruments (which are…
New mobile clinic will help this Miami health center bring dental care to kids
Rep. Frederica Wilson hand delivered a $400,000 check to the Jessie Trice Community Health System (JTCHS) last week for a new mobile van focused on pediatric dental health. Against the…
How to get kids to brush their teeth (and more)
Teeth brushing When it comes to oral health in kids, Emily Isom has seen it all. Cavities, gum disease and infections, improper tooth alignment and tooth…