Parents of tweens and teens know that once their children reach a certain age, image is everything. Children can become very concerned about their appearance during this stage of life, and any perceived imperfection – like dull or yellowed teeth – may seem like a catastrophe to your child. But should you allow your teens or tweens to have their teeth whitened? Take a look at some things that you should know about children and tooth-whitening.
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Newborn babies must adapt to a world of air after spending months in a watery womb. Many babies struggles with gas pains, which can prevent them from eating or sleeping well. It's hard to treat these pains with anything other than mild medication when a baby is very young. Therefore, many parents look for natural remedies. Fortunately, massage therapy can be one of the most effective remedies for newborns who are deemed "
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If you have vision difficulties, then it is in your best interest to wear eyeglasses that are prescribed by an optometrist. Not only will your glasses help you to see when you read and drive, but the lenses can protect your eyes from dust, debris, and projectiles. However, it can be pretty expensive to keep replacing broken pairs. If you buy the right pair though, then you will not have to worry the glasses breaking or investing in so many new pairs.
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Experiencing chest pain is a scary ordeal if you don't know where the pain is coming from. In many cases, doctors will tell patients to proceed to the emergency room if they experience chest pain in the middle of the night, on a weekend or any other time when they cannot be seen by their primary care physicians quickly. Whether you go to the ER or your regular doctor is able to see you promptly, you will likely have some diagnostic tests to find out where the pain is coming from.
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If you or a loved one are hearing impaired, you may realize how difficult it is to communicate effectively when having dental procedures performed. Going to the dentist may be stressful enough, but when communication is impaired, it can be all the more challenging. When choosing a dentist, look for those who use technology such as theintraoral camera and speech-to-text converters. The following accommodations may signify a deaf-friendly practice:
1. The Dentist Removes His or Her Mask When Communicating With the Hearing-Impaired Patient
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