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Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Found a Free Way for My Son to Get Something a Lot of People Wish They Had Later in Life. He Refuses.

Helping a teenager manage braces and acne requires sensitivity and practical solutions, including potential dermatology treatments alongside orthodontic care.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

This is as important as your teeth': are you skipping this key part of mouth hygiene?

Cleaning the tongue is as essential as brushing and flossing for maintaining oral health.
Public health
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Water utility announces it's ditching fluoride-then reveals it did so years ago

Birmingham's lawsuit against CAW seeks to restore fluoride in water, citing public health risks from its removal.
Health
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Do Dentists Recommend Electric Toothbrushes For Kids?

Electric toothbrushes suit children older than three and can help those who struggle with technique, but proper manual brushing remains equally effective when done correctly.
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fromEsquire
2 months ago

5 Water Flossers That Will Make Your Dentist Actually Give You a Compliment

How do I use a water flosser without spraying water everywhere? Fill the reservoir with water, lean over the sink (you should be looking down, not straight ahead), and keep your lips mostly closed around the tip so water can drip out instead of spraying. Start on the lowest pressure, turn it on only after the tip is in your mouth, and trace along the gum-line-pausing briefly between teeth-then turn it off (or wait until it automatically turns off) before removing it from your mouth.
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