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August 15, 2023
Get Your Kids Into Good Oral Hygiene Habits

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - As students prepare to go back to school, the classroom shouldn't be the only place kids are getting lessons to last a lifetime.

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July 04, 2023
Teeth grinding causes serious oral health complications

Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time. Bruxism is when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis and the person is not aware of it. The teeth can be damaged and several oral health complications can arise.

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August 24, 2018

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June 20, 2023
Oral health is important to your overall health

What begins in the mouth does not usually end in the mouth. Did you know that your oral health offers clues about your overall health? Problems in your mouth can affect the rest of your body.

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November 01, 2022
The link between lung conditions and oral health

Oral health plays an important role in the health of your lungs. In fact, healthy teeth and gums play a crucial role in the overall health of the body. Not only can oral problems make lung disease symptoms worse, treatment for lung disease can also harm your teeth and gums. There is a link between ...
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October 25, 2022
Poor oral health and Alzheimer's disease

Your oral health is more important than you may think. Today, extensive information is available showing a relationship between your oral health and the risk of developing the form of dementia called Alzheimer's disease.

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May 30, 2011
Stroke and oral healthcare

By Dr Andre Clarke

A STROKE is characterised by sudden and rapidly progressive central nervous system signs and symptoms, which do not go away within 24 hours. It commonly results in impaired motor (movement) and speech functions. Mental damage and death can also occur. Some patients will experience memory loss, confusion, anxiety, fear and even personality changes. Depression is often reported i...

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June 21, 2022
Diabetes and oral care: your guide to total wellness

In The Bahamas, the statistics on uncontrolled diabetes is staggering. This confirms a public health crisis. The prevalence of diabetes in 2005 was 6.7 percent. It has now reached almost 15 percent and, if we include pre-diabetics, we have a prevalence of almost 20 percent. Our death rate from diabetes stands at 38 deaths per ...

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May 07, 2020
US Supreme Court hears toilet flush during oral arguments - a first

It's a problem that anyone working from home will be familiar with: a colleague forgets to press mute during a conference call...

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July 06, 2021
Common medications can affect your oral health

Many medications, including vitamins, minerals and prescription medication, can have a negative effect on your oral health. You should be aware of the side effects and the potential serious consequences.

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