Getting kids to brush their teeth can feel like an uphill battle sometimes. There are so many things you’ve got to get done in a day and having to brush your little one’s teeth or, for older kids, nagging them to go and brush their teeth, can be a step too far on some days! […]
READ MORETeeth Friendly Lunchbox Ideas
School’s in, which means you and your kids are getting back into a routine. And what’s part of that routine? Packing lunch boxes. So let’s talk about teeth friendly lunchboxes! Now, I don’t have kids, but from what I hear, packing lunch boxes day in and day out can be a mighty pain in the […]
READ MOREGums, heart attacks and Alzheimer’s – The mouth/body connection
Oral health and your general health They say that “the eyes are the windows to your soul.” They also say “your mouth is a gateway to your overall health.” Well, technically, it’s not really a saying but it definitely should be. Here’s why. What goes on in your mouth doesn’t just stay in your mouth. […]
READ MOREBleeding gums, gingivitis and how to fix it
Your Gum Health Explained, Part 1: Gingivitis Do you get bleeding gums when you use dental floss? What about when you brush your teeth? Just sometimes? Or all the time? All of us have probably had bleeding gums at some stage. If your gums get inflamed or bleed a little only once or twice a […]
READ MOREHow to get your 2 year old to brush their teeth – and love it!
I get this question every day – “How can I get my 2 year-old to brush their teeth?” And with 4 nephews and a niece, I have seen first-hand how hard it can be to get these little people to cooperate when it comes to brushing their teeth! 7 Awesome tips for getting your toddler […]
READ MOREMouthguards: The best investment you will ever make
Car insurance, home insurance, travel insurance… It sucks how insurance bills just keep coming and coming. You have to pay for them. You know you need them. And when you finally make a claim, you’re glad you had the right insurance. Custom mouthguards are basically the best ever insurance policy you could ever have for […]
READ MOREOral-B Genius 9000 Electric Toothbrush Review
Summary The Oral-B Genius 9000 electric toothbrush represents the best technology that electric toothbrushes have to offer. It’s easy to use, gives an amazing clean for your teeth and gums, and if you can find it for sale under its recommended retail price, it is great value. Buy this toothbrush if you want the best […]
READ MOREThe Value Of Baby Teeth – What You Should Know
Adult teeth (permanent) are important. We only have one chance with them. There are no more backups if they fail. Unfortunately, baby teeth aren’t seen in the same light because they naturally fall out eventually. I mean, if it’s going to fall out anyway, why bother? They can suffer tooth decay, be removed early and […]
READ MOREThe 3 Surprising Reasons Kids Get Tooth Decay
IMAGINE if you were left with NO CHOICE but to put your child under general anaesthesia to have rotten teeth pulled out. It’s not that hard to imagine because, for some of you, this is already a reality… Baby teeth are very small, and the distance between the outer enamel and the nerve inside them […]
READ MORESelf Care & Your Mouth: The Best Oral Health
You’ve probably heard of the term self-care on TV or read it somewhere in a magazine article. Maybe you’ve seen in a book title at a bookstore/library. You might think it’s a “buzzword” or something that isn’t for everyone. But let me tell you, it most certainly is for everyone! So, What Is Self-Care? Self-care […]
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