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Have you ever had a cold sore? If so, you probably know how painful and downright uncomfortable they can be. You probably remember how you wanted to make your cold sore go away as soon as possible, and you never … Continued
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Bad breath happens to all of us at some point, as many different things can cause it. Halitosis commonly stems from oral hygiene or health issues like a build-up of plaque and other bacteria on teeth and under the gums, … Continued
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Asthma currently affects over 22 million people in the United States. This disorder causes airways to become swollen and narrow, leading to chronic shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness and coughing. In addition to breathing difficulty, asthma can have adverse … Continued
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Almost everyone has experienced the pain and frustration of having a canker sore; in fact, about 1 out of 5 people gets them on a regular basis. Canker sores (also called mouth ulcers) are small, shallow, open sores that can … Continued
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Over the past ten years, our culture’s awareness of gluten in food products has skyrocketed. A gluten-free diet, once limited to individuals with celiac disease, is increasingly common for those that experience adverse reactions to the protein. Gluten is a … Continued
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Chewing gum is popular with almost everyone. Kids love juicy flavors and competing to blow the biggest bubble, while adults tend to chew for fresh breath or to bust stress. But is chewing gum bad for the health of your … Continued
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Give me a kisse, and to that kisse a score; Then to that twenty, adde a hundred more; A thousand to that hundred; so kisse on, To make that thousand up a million; Treble that million, and when that is … Continued
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When it comes to bad breath, there are things you can do to sweeten your mouth (and maybe even your relationships). The following are some handy “do’s and don’ts” when it comes to preventing foul breath: Do: Drink plenty of … Continued
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Humphrey Bogart. George Harrison. Babe Ruth. Lana Turner. Sammy Davis Jr. Roger Ebert. Eddie Van Halen. Ulysses S. Grant. Wondering what they have in common? All suffered from oral cancer. While it might not be as well known as other … Continued
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500%. That’s how much our consumption of carbonated beverages, fruit drinks, sports drinks and energy drinks have increased in 50 years, according to the Journal of Contemporary Dental Practice. Not surprisingly, tooth decay is a widespread problem in our nation, … Continued