A spoon full of sugar does help the medicine go down — but it also causes cavities. Cough drops and liquid cough syrups (and liquid medications in general) tend to … read more
Archives for June 2016
Using A Mouthguard During Sports — Why It’s Essential
It’s easy to think that you’ll never get hit with a rogue ball while playing sports — it hasn’t happened yet, right? Although a mouthguard might seem annoying or unnecessary … read more
How Oral Health Can Identify Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are an incredibly common illness that affects all walks of life regardless of age, gender, race, geographic location or socioeconomic status. In fact, the American Dental Association and … read more
What Are Cleft Lips and Cleft Palates?
Cleft lips and palates are among the most common oral and facial malfunction that can occur pregnancy, typically during the 2nd or 3rd months of development. So, how does it … read more
Question: Do I Need To Take Antibiotics Before Dental Procedures If I Have A Heart Condition?
If you have a heart condition, you may have heard that in some rare circumstances, antibiotics should be taken before you have a dental procedure. Chances are, however, you won’t … read more
