Tag Archives: Health

Cancer and Oral Health

ORAL CARE DURING CHEMO 1. Brush teeth 2x day using a very soft toothbrush 2. Brush after taking liquid medications as they may contain sugar 3. Rinse with water after vomitting; do NOT brush for at least 30 min as enamel is soft 4. Rinse with NON-ALCOHOLIC antibacterial mouth rinse (Listerine Zero is non alcoholic) …

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Sports Mouthguards

  Dental injuries are common during many sports activities. Types of injury can be painful, disfiguring and expensive to treat. Injuries range from minor cuts and bruises to chipped or broken teeth, knocked out teeth and even broken jaw. Many dental injuries can be prevented with proper protection. Sports mouth guards protects your teeth, jaw …

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Help Eliminate Poverty

Smiles Just 4 U is proud to help eliminate poverty! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvQhC5wEwkY Check it out! Over 80 AKFC supporters came together to execute a Flash Mob to raise awareness of the World Partnership Walk 65 dancers, 4 choreographers, a dozen volunteers, 7.5 hours of rehearsal time + 1 beautiful sunny day = 1 great Flash Mob …

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Participate in the National Dental Hygiene Week Colouring Contest to win a Toys R Us gift card and kids oral health prize packs from Sunstar G•U•M. Categories: under 5 years old 6-9 years old 10-13 years old Submit your coloured sheet until May 1, 2013: by e-mail to marketing@cdha.ca by fax to 613-224-7283 or mail …

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E-Cigarettes – Health Risk

Have you ever used e-cigarettes? Well if you have even thought about it here is some important information. Health Canada has advised Canadian not to use electronic smoking products as they have not been fully tested for safety, quality and efficacy. Electronic cigarettes and related products produce vapours that resemble smoke and a glow that …

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Acid causes decay

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Financial Assistance for those who need oral health care.

For those in need of financial assistance in oral health care in Ontario, there is help for you.  Healthy Smiles Ontario – kids under 17 may be eligible Children In Need Of Treatment – for kids 17 and under who need treatment Ontario Works – Kids age 16 and above Ontario Disability Support Program – …

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Reduce tooth decay??

Very interesting. Importance of Vitamin K2 to reduce tooth decay. http://www.thedentalessentials.com/The_role_of_vitamin_k2_on_tooth_decay_s/29.htm   Before starting any type of treatment or therapy please consult your health care professional.

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Dental TIPS

                Toothbrushes So many toothbrushes … which one to choose?!?!?!?!?! They fall into two major categories – manual and automatic. Before choosing a toothbrush, know what it will do for you: 1. remove food and plaque. 2. help interrupt plaque formation. 3. stimulate the gums, keeping them healthy …

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Eruption of baby teeth

Ever wanted to know when your child’s teeth should come in? Here is a quick overview for you.

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