Make the most of summer fruits to nourish your body, keep your teeth healthy and your dentist happy.

Top tips:

– Kids will love making a fruit pizza on a watermelon base.

– Try making fruit kebabs or a fruit necklace.

– Frozen yoghurt adds a calcium boost to the diet.

It is possible to snack healthily, keep hydrated and even help clean teeth with crunchy vegetables like carrots.

“If you’re looking for snacks that will nourish your body as well as your teeth, you have plenty of options.”

Read the full article for healthy summer snack ideas:

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Tongue piercings are definitely popular, but if you’re considering getting one, it pays off to be informed about the risks. You might want to change your mind.

Key takeaways:

– Piercings can increase your chances of developing gum disease and other conditions affecting the gum tissue.

– Bacterial infection and gum bleeding area often experienced by people with tongue piercings.

– Teeth can be cracked or otherwise damaged by the piercing’s metal.

Your dental health should be a priority, so think twice before getting a tongue piercing.

Read the full story here: https://consumer.healthday.com/dental-and-oral-information-9/misc-dental-problem-news-174/tongue-piercings-may-bring-harm-to-teeth-and-gums-735168.html

Bonding is one of the simplest dental procedures and also one of the most popular solutions to many dental problems. The dentist will use a pliable plastic tooth-coloured resin which can be moulded to almost any shape. Tooth bonding is quick, painless, permanent and relatively inexpensive.

Tooth bonding can be used to:

– Repair chips

– Fill in small gaps

– Cover cracks

The resin can be “customised to match the colour of your teeth” thus restoring confidence to your smile. Your dentist can discuss whether bonding is the solution to your dental problems and you can find out more at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/how-can-tooth-bonding-improve-my-smile/

Children affected by temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) can experience pain and discomfort when eating and yawning. You may have heard about TMJ surgery, but this is not the only treatment option.

Key takeaways:

– There are several non-invasive TMJ treatments available.

– Mouthguards can help correct or manage TMJ if teeth grinding is the cause.

– Orthodontics may help if a bad bite is the cause.

– Surgery is often seen as a last-resort solution.

If your child has been diagnosed with TMJ, let your dentist evaluate the root cause of the problem to decide the best treatment.

Read the full story here: https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/tmj-treatment-options-for-children/

Lack of good oral hygiene can lead to gingivitis in infants, the beginning of gum disease. It is essential to clean your baby’s mouth after feeding, even when they are still without teeth.

Key takeaways:

– Use a clean, damp wash cloth to clean the gums of your child after feeding, or a small toothbrush if they have teeth.

– Signs of gum disease include swollen gum tissue, bleeding, sensitivity and redness of the gums.

– Consult a dentist straight away if you suspect your child may be developing gum disease.

“Once your baby has two teeth that touch together, you can use dental floss to gently floss in between the teeth in addition to their regular brushing routine.”

Read the full story here

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-infants-suffer-from-gum-disease/