Author: Isreal Olabanji DST RN

Pediatric dentistry is a professional specialty dedicated to infants and children that provides comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral health care through adolescent, including children with special health care needs. A dentist who specializes in pediatrics work in conjunction with other healthcare providers and members of social disciplines for the health benefit of children. Also, they undergo an additional two years of training on the special treatments of the oral health needs of children. Pediatric dentists undergo specific training on how to make your child feel very comfortable about dental treatment and how to make you and your child experience a happy one.  In addition, they…

Almost 10 per cent of the U.S. adult population has a mood disorder. But while mood disorders are incredibly common, they aren't always well-understood -- even by the people who have them. Whether you think you may have a mood disorder, already have a diagnosis, or are just curious about examples of mood disorders, this guide will help. Keep reading to learn about the most common types of mood disorders. Confused about the different types of mood disorders? Read this overview of the different types of mood disorders to find out. Disease vs Disorder Is a disorder the same as a disease?…

Thousands of people with refractive errors choose prescription eyeglasses over contact lenses even today. Whether it’s getting eyeglasses for the first time or the fifth time, it should be always kept in mind that there are chances of overcorrection or under correction. Hence, if you too are getting prescription eyeglasses, always notice how your eyes are adjusting to new glasses. This is important because wearing wrong prescription glasses can affect your eyes in several ways apart from making your vision worse. You can suffer from strained eyes, headaches, see double images or experience dizziness. Whether you are wearing the same…

Straight teeth and a revitalized smile could not have to be compelled to return from a mouth filled with unattractive wire and bracket braces. Enhancing vanity and physical confidence, invisible braces provide an esthetic and barely visible various to traditional wire/bracket braces.    Dental problems are never any fun, but the good news is that most of them can be easily prevented.   Are you considering obtaining braces, however, don’t grasp which sort is true for you? Here are some basics ways in which we tend to hope can clear things up. METAL BRACES Metal braces are the foremost common…

Invisalign is a great new alternative to metal braces. Using a series of invisible plastic trays created just for you, Invisalign gently shifts your teeth into place. Simply pop in a new set of trays every two weeks and watch your smile transform. What is orthodontics? Orthodontics is one of the branches in the dental clinic that corrects teeth and jaws that are positioned improperly. Such as Crooked teeth and teeth that do not fit together correctly are harder to keep clean, are at risk of being lost early due to tooth decay and periodontal disease, and cause extra stress on…

We’ve created this handy oral health manuals and free ebook, platforms, and resources list for your consumption. Hopefully, this list will give you a starting point to help find some of the prevention to assist us on medical/oral health promotion, prevention, treatment, and early intervention and detection.  Not every manual and PDF tool on this platform here will be useful immediately usefully, but please keep returning as we will keep updating and adding more health promotion for your health journey progresses.   This list will be continually updated with the very latest health promotion tools and manual ebook.   If…

You can find easy-to-read oral health resources and guidelines from healthsoothe gathered from reliable and professional websites and organizations in the links below. All Ages/Parents Dental Dos (brochure, PDF) Bright Futures in Practice: Oral Health Pocket Guide (98-page booklet, PDF) Smiles for life: A National Oral Health Curriculum (Website) Prenatal/Pregnancy Two Healthy Smiles (brochure, PDF) Infant/Toddler/Preschool/Grade School Prevent Tooth Decay in Babies and Toddlers (brochure, PDF) Cavity Keep-Away (brochure, PDF) A Healthy Smile for Your Baby: Tips to Keep Your Baby Healthy (brochure, PDF) A Healthy Smile for Your Young Child: Tips to Keep Your Child Healthy (brochure, PDF) Seal…

Your teeth/tooth do the main jobs: Apart from been the strongest parts in the body, it serves as aesthetics purposes, helps in speech and helps you chew food. What Are The Different Parts Of A Tooth? Each tooth has several distinct parts; here is an overview of each part: Enamel – this is the physical and hardest part of the tooth that has the most mineralized tissue in the body. Teeth can be damaged by dental caries if you don't practice good oral hygiene. Dentin – this is the layer of the tooth under the enamel. If dental caries goes…

Stronger white and healthy teeth Trying to have healthy teeth that stay for longer is a great goal, but those things cannot be possible without Brushing, flossing, dental checkups, and cleanings. So why not try to help your teeth stay stronger, whiter and healthier for a lifetime. The surface of your teeth is called enamel. It helps protect them from decay. Some wear and tear are normal, but there's much more to be done to keep that barrier strong. See what changes you should make today, to make your teeth function in a more youthful and resilient way, months, or years from…

Fewer than 3 American adults lack dental insurance. Because some plan and services are not covered with insurance. Although you may benefit from certain dental plan but not all. But skipping on dental care because you can’t afford the plan you need may cost you more money and may cause dental problem and pain in the long run. Good oral health is important for your overall health. If you know you need dental treatment then don't try to avoid it because of the costs involved. Without your dental insurance then you may find the whole cost of the treatment that you need is completely…