by rdhapconnect | Oct 5, 2022 | Nutrition, Oral Health
Can you prevent cavities? The short answer is yes. If you have active caries lesions (cavities), they are filled with bacteria. First, you need to get the bacteria removed and the cavity filled. Then you have to change your habits in order to make your mouth...
by Nicole Bolinger | Aug 1, 2022 | Children, Community, Nutrition, Oral Health
Breastfeeding and proper oral rest posture (tongue resting on the roof of the mouth, lips together) are nature’s myofunctional therapy for babies. Mouth development in children is extremely important to their health and wellbeing. This begins at birth. Research...
by Kevin Wells | Jan 21, 2020 | Nutrition, Older Persons, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Oral Systemic Link
Post written by guest blogger, Kevin Wells of seniordiabetic.comAre you trying to lose weight? Shedding a few pounds can be a huge life improvement for older people. Weight loss means less pressure on joints, a wider range of movement, and fewer limits on your...
by rdhapconnect | Jan 23, 2019 | Nutrition, Oral Health
I am a dental hygienist. I have practiced clinically for more than 40 years. If I have seen this scenario once, I have seen it hundreds of times. A patient who has been seen for several years comes in for routine dental hygiene care (cleaning appointment)....
