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Smokers’ taste buds ‘do not allow them to taste bitterness of coffee
Though conventional pairing has cigarettes and coffee going together, researchers have found that the toxic chemicals in tobacco may hamper taste bud regeneration, resulting in smokers not being able...
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Why Dental Anesthetic Has Epinephrine (Adrenaline) In It
When you get a dental injection, your body wonders why on earth you’re allowing a sharp metal object to penetrate your gums! It quickly tries to repair the damage by increasing blood flow to the area...
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Can Dental Anesthetic Really Make Your Heart Beat Faster?
Back when I was in dental school, the instructors told us to always pull back on the anesthetic syringe before injecting. By doing this, we would make sure that we weren’t injecting the anesthetic into...
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Can a Sinus Infection Be Caused by a Tooth?
A couple of years ago, I wrote a post discussing sinus infections, prompted by my wife’s experience. She had severe tooth pain caused by a sinus infection. While that post discusses how a sinus...
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Sharing Drinks or Food With Others Has Risks….
You’ve navigated your way around tempting treats and have read articles about flu prevention, but have you stopped to think about the dangers of exchanging saliva? Herpes simplex The Herpes simplex...
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5 Things to do at the Dentist’s Office
CNN) — The recent news in Tulsa, Oklahoma, brings to light an issue that is rare, but nonetheless important — cross infection in the dental office, or the transfer of infection from one patient to...
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Tylenol Ingredient Reduces Anxiety and Stress
A recenty study out of the University of British Columbia has found that acetaminophen can reduce anxiety One of the most ubiquitous over-the-counter medicines is Tylenol, used for general relief of...
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Health Tip: Schedule Baby’s First Dental Visit
It’s never too early to begin caring for the teeth, so your baby should visit the dentist soon after the first tooth emerges. The American Dental Association offers these suggestions to help parents...
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Health Tip: If You Have Braces
Eating healthy is especially important when you have braces. That means avoiding sugary foods, which could lead to plaque build-up and tooth decay. The American Dental Association’s website offers this...
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Carolyn’s Smart Moves
I had a couple “ahh-haa moments this past month when I turned the infamous “Double Nickels”. Number one was that it’s not soooooooooooo bad to order off the “senior meal menu” when I took my sweet 87...
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