@MetLife, what is happening with your dental provider customer service line? I have been trying to reach a rep by phone for DAYS. I requested a callback, but didn't get one so I'm still waiting - it has been HOURS again today...
Floss, floss picks and water flossers are all effective tools for flossing. See some of the poor alternatives people have used to try to remove food from between their teeth.
Sugary drinks may taste good but they’re not good for your health! The bacteria in your mouth feed on sugar and make acid, which can erode your tooth enamel and cause tooth decay. Learn how to limit your sugar intake and its effects: https://t.co/G4tnEF4pvE
Clenching or grinding your teeth can put excess force on the supporting tissues of the teeth and could speed up the rate at which these periodontal tissues are destroyed.
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Be aware of the risks of nail biting. This common habit can pose dangers to your oral and overall health. Avoid picking up a cold or spreading bacteria by following these five simple tips.
As a parent, it’s important to check your child's mouth for signs of #GumDisease. Symptoms include bleeding gums, swollen and bright red gums, gums that are receding from the teeth, and bad breath. https://t.co/K7d5EMrNGN
Despite new CDC and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mask guidelines, Michigan employers must continue to follow the MIOSHA emergency rules, which are still in effect and require mask-wearing in the workplace. This mandate applies to both employees and patients.
The word periodontal literally means "around the tooth." Periodontal disease, also known as #GumDisease, is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth. Read on for more information about gum disease. https://t.co/ZV1oKkpf4Z
May the Forth be with you.
We love corny dental memes, including this one. (Even though the idea of teeth having tiny teeth of their own kind of weirds us out.)
In celebration of #WomensHistoryMonth, here’s to the trailblazers who paved the way for today’s dentists. Thanks to their hard work, half of today’s dental school grads are women! #ADA4All