While advertisements might suggest that every child needs a daily Flintstones or gummy vitamin, experts say it's not necessarily true. Ideally, children should get their vitamins from a balanced, healthy diet. This includes a variety of whole, fresh foods, particularly fruits and vegetables, which a
What to Do If You Chip or Break a Tooth Chipping or breaking a tooth can be painful, but not all cracks and chips are serious. Here’s what you should do: Rinse Your Mouth: Use warm water to clean your mouth immediately. Stop Bleeding: Apply pressure with a piece of gauze if there
Health Risks of Lead and Cadmium in Dark Chocolate Dark chocolate is loved for its rich flavor and health benefits, but recent tests have found lead and cadmium in many dark chocolate bars. These heavy metals are harmful to your health. Here's what you need to know: What Are Lead and Cadmi
Consumer Reports has raised concerns about the levels of heavy metals, such as lead and cadmium, found in dark chocolate products. In their tests of 48 chocolate products, they found potentially harmful levels of these metals in 16 of them. The products tested included cocoa powder, chocolate chips,
Managing and Treating Cold Sores Caused by HSV Cold sores, also known as fever blisters or oral herpes, are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). While there is no cure for HSV, there are several ways to manage and treat cold sores to reduce their duration and soothe symptoms. Antivir
Understanding Toothaches and Their Treatments Toothaches can be caused by various factors such as infections, injuries, or tooth decay. Here are some ways to manage and treat toothaches both at home and with professional help. Home Remedies for Toothaches Pain Medication: Over-the-co
Dec. 19, 2023 – Sometimes, a hospital stay results in developing a new health problem. About 1 in 100 people develop pneumonia while in the hospital, but a new study reports that toothbrushing during hospital stays significantly reduced the likelihood of developing the potentially life-threatening i
A gap or space between the teeth is common and not usually a cause for concern. In children, a gap often closes by itself with age, but some gaps never close. Several factors contribute to gaps in teeth, with some gaps developing when there’s a difference in the size of the teeth and jaw. Other fact
What is an Impacted Wisdom Tooth? Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars located at the back of your mouth. They usually appear during late teenage years or early adulthood. When a wisdom tooth doesn't have enough room to emerge or gets stuck under the gum, it is called 'impacted.' Impacted wi
Benefits and Drawbacks of Stannous Fluoride Compared to Sodium Fluoride Benefits of Stannous Fluoride: Cavity Protection: Stannous fluoride helps protect against cavities by strengthening tooth enamel. Gingivitis Prevention: It is effective in preventing gingivitis, a common gum