Friday, February 17, 2012

HOW TO FLOSS YOUR TEETH:
This animation demonstrates the right method to floss.


HOW TO FLOSS YOUR TEETH. 
FOR BEST RESULTS FLOSS ATLEAST TWICE A DAY.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use atleast 18inches of the floss
Slide the floss between your teeth. SLIDE THE FLOSS IN A SEE SAW MOTION BETWEEN YOUR :DO NOT SNAP IT ...you might hurt your gums
Wrap the floss Around the teeth and move it an up down direction to clean the interdental surfaces.




Children's Oral Care & Health, Brushing & Flossing Teeth for Kid's | Kid's Dental Care

Friday, February 10, 2012

What is Diabetes?

  • There are 3 main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes mellitus
  • Effective management of diabetes requires a partnership between the person with diabetes and health professionals

Diabetes complications

Figure 1.1 The major diabetes complications



Read more:

http://www.worlddiabetesfoundation.org/composite-35.htm

Oral bacteria linked to risk of pneumonia -

Parents cautioned about passing decay-causing bacteria to children - DentistryIQ

Parents cautioned about passing decay-causing bacteria to children - DentistryIQ

This article emphasizes on the need for oral care and regular maintenance- must know for all expecting mothers".