Your mouth naturally produces saliva to help keep itself clean and moist and to reduce the risk of bacteria accumulation and infections. In addition, that saliva plays an important role in your digestion. When your mouth doesn’t produce saliva the way that it should, the dryness can be uncomfortable. If you suspect that you might have dry mouth, here are a few things that you should know. What Are the Symptoms of Dry Mouth?…
Read More »It is recommended that your child see a dentist around the time their first tooth appears or no later than their first birthday. If you are a first time parent, your child’s first dental visit can be nerve-wracking. You don’t know how well you have been caring for their gums and teeth, aren’t sure how your child will react and aren’t really sure what to expect. Preparing yourself for the appointment can ease some of the nervousness you may feel beforehand, which in turn, can help your baby to feel a bit more relaxed.…
Read More »If you get dizzy and lightheaded when you stand up, you may have a condition called postural orthostatic tachycardia. Research shows that as many as 3 million Americans may have this condition, which is also known as POTS. What’s even more alarming is that the average time it takes for someone to get properly diagnosed with POTS is 5 years and 11 months. That’s almost 6 years of not knowing that there is something seriously wrong with your health.…
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