Oral care – Dental Health Society https://dentalhealthsociety.com Information on Dental Health and Dental Services Fri, 18 Jun 2021 01:12:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.12 Is There a Best Mouthwash for People With Braces to Use? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/braces/is-there-a-best-mouthwash-for-people-with-braces-to-use/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-there-a-best-mouthwash-for-people-with-braces-to-use Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:08:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1485 Many people add mouthwash to their dental hygiene routine. It can freshen breath and help boost the cleaning job that brushing and flossing accomplish. But what about people with braces? Some may wonder if there are special types of mouthwash for braces, or if it is even a good idea to use it at all....

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]]> Are There Products That Help With Dry Mouth? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/oral-health/are-there-products-that-help-with-dry-mouth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-there-products-that-help-with-dry-mouth Mon, 16 Nov 2020 15:07:45 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1228 Stressful situations—like public speaking, a job interview, or a first date—can make almost anyone’s mouth go dry. But for some it’s more than just an occasional nuisance. Dry mouth, also called xerostomia, is a condition that can have complications for both oral and overall health. There are solutions for dry mouth. Relief can come in...

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]]> Feeling Safe at the Dentist During a Pandemic https://dentalhealthsociety.com/general/feeling-safe-at-the-dentist-during-a-pandemic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feeling-safe-at-the-dentist-during-a-pandemic Fri, 14 Aug 2020 20:30:42 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1098 “Are dentists open now?” “Is it safe to go to the dentist?” “Can I catch COVID if I go to the dentist?” A lot of people are asking these questions nowadays. Thinking about having dental work done can cause anxiety all by itself. COVID-19 should not be another worry on top of that. Here at...

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]]> International Women’s Day: A Look at Women’s Dental Health https://dentalhealthsociety.com/general/international-womens-day-a-look-at-womens-dental-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=international-womens-day-a-look-at-womens-dental-health Mon, 24 Feb 2020 21:10:07 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=899 Every year on March 8, the world comes together to honor women and womanhood on International Women’s Day. It’s an opportunity to salute the achievements of inspiring females across the globe. This year the celebration takes on an even greater significance in the United States, as we mark 100 years since women fought for and...

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]]> It’s National Compliment Day. Here’s How to Give them a Reason to Smile. https://dentalhealthsociety.com/teeth-whitening/its-national-compliment-day-heres-how-to-give-them-a-reason-to-smile/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=its-national-compliment-day-heres-how-to-give-them-a-reason-to-smile Tue, 21 Jan 2020 16:55:26 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=861 January 24 is National Compliment Day. This is the perfect reminder to give the people in your life a compliment.  Research has shown that receiving a compliment can improve task performance, enhance social interaction, and bring about positivity in relationships. Which only raises the question: Why don’t we compliment each other more? On the one...

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]]> The Scary Truth About Halloween and Dental Work https://dentalhealthsociety.com/crowns/the-scary-truth-about-halloween-and-dental-work/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-scary-truth-about-halloween-and-dental-work Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:29:34 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=709 Kids aren’t the only ones who enjoy Halloween goodies. Plenty of adults like to eat candy and treats too. Everyone has heard warnings about Halloween treats that can cause cavities, but they can also wreak havoc with dental restorations and orthodontics. That goes for kids’ fillings or sealants as well as grownups’ bridgework or Invisalign. ...

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]]> National Child Health Day: A Good Time to Talk About Dental Health https://dentalhealthsociety.com/family-dentist/national-child-health-day-a-good-time-to-talk-about-dental-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=national-child-health-day-a-good-time-to-talk-about-dental-health Mon, 30 Sep 2019 21:43:27 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=687 The first Monday of October is observed as National Child Health Day in the United States. First established in 1928, the day is used to showcase the importance of preventing and treating childhood illnesses and injuries. Here at the Dental Health Society, we see National Child Health Day as the perfect opportunity to remind parents...

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]]> The Best Toothpaste to Use While Pregnant, and Other Dental Advice for Expectant Moms https://dentalhealthsociety.com/oral-health/the-best-toothpaste-to-use-while-pregnant-and-other-dental-advice-for-expectant-moms/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-best-toothpaste-to-use-while-pregnant-and-other-dental-advice-for-expectant-moms Mon, 16 Sep 2019 20:33:34 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=676 There are probably few groups of people as inquisitive about healthy practices as expectant moms. They seek out information everywhere—including here at the Dental Health Society. One question we hear a lot is about what toothpaste to use when pregnant. Some are concerned about safety. Others find that brushing makes them nauseous. There are alternatives...

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]]> Making “National Tooth Fairy Day” a Positive and Healthy Experience for Kids https://dentalhealthsociety.com/general/making-national-tooth-fairy-day-a-positive-and-healthy-experience-for-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=making-national-tooth-fairy-day-a-positive-and-healthy-experience-for-kids Thu, 22 Aug 2019 16:23:23 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=649 Believe it or not, today (August 22, 2019) is “National Tooth Fairy Day.” For many of us, the idea of the Tooth Fairy brings all sorts of pleasant memories. Who didn’t love waking up to some money left by a fairy who only wanted our baby tooth in return? For many kids, a visit from...

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