Although tooth sensitivity after a dental cleaning can be uncomfortable, it’s very common. However, normal sensitivity shouldn’t last longer than a week. Here’s a look at why teeth are sensitive after cleanings and what you can do about it.
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Aside from the obvious issue of loosing teeth and developing gum disease, poor dental health increases our risk for other health conditions like heart disease. To stay healthy, be mindful of these 13 oral health warning signs that should never be ignored…
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While some of these foods can be tempting to the tummy, it’s best to stay away from them for the good of your chompers. Let’s take a closer look at 12 foods that are acidic, hard to chew or encourage bacterial growth that can turn your smile upside down.
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Making the decision of whether or not to get dental veneers is a big one. It can bring a lot of benefits, but there are also some risks to be aware of.
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Bulimia nervosa—more commonly referred to as simply bulimia—is an eating disorder and mental health condition in which a person binges foods, and then proceeds to purge it in order to prevent weight gain. Although it typically affects young women, starting in their mid-to-late teens, the NHS says, “Men and women of any age can get […]
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Anorexia nervosa—which is often referred to simply as anorexia—is an eating disorder in which people “have an intense fear of gaining weight,” says WebMD. In order to prevent this weight gain, they severely limit their consumption of food and, as a result, become incredibly thin. The disorder tends to begin during adolescence, and although it […]
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