Electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, deliver a dose of nicotine to users via a water-based vapor that lacks the chemical-laden smoke of traditional cigarettes. While the jury is still out on whether the benefits of a vapor delivery outweigh the risks, e-cigs can keep your teeth from getting as stained as tobacco products can make them. But are there any other benefits to your mouth and teeth from switching to e-cigs?
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When your child is in pain from a toothache, it can be a worrisome event for a parent. Toothaches usually indicate that there is some type of problem with their tooth. The pain can be caused by a cavity, a fracture in the tooth and even by an infected tooth. In most cases, you want to get your child in to see the dentist as soon as possible. However, you want to follow some of the tips below to alleviate the problem or to help them feel better until you can get them in.
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If you suffer from bad breath often, and you can smell odor coming from your mouth while you are out and about in public without a toothbrush on hand, there are a few methods you can use to help the situation before someone notices. Bad breath is a problem that affects about 80 million people worldwide at any given time. It is usually an indication there may be an underlying problem with your teeth, or it may be a genetic disorder that needs constant attention.
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Children have vastly different dental care needs than adults, and it is an unfortunate fact that many new parents are poorly informed about the potential problems their children can encounter. This may lead to them make some mistakes that can cause dental problems for their child. By having the following information, you will find yourself better able to ensure that your child has a beautiful smile for the rest of their life.
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Thumb sucking is a normal behavior in babies and toddlers, but prolonged thumb sucking can cause future dental issues. Below is a general guide to the problems that thumb sucking can cause and how to help your child break the habit.
What Causes Thumb Sucking and Is It Always Problematic?
Thumb sucking is a natural behavior that serves a purpose -- it helps to ease the anxieties felt by babies and toddlers as they begin to explore the big world around them.
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