The longer the pandemic stretches on, the more we’re all learning about the impact of COVID-19 on all aspects of our overall health – oral health, included. While the implications of contracting such a deadly virus are well documented, the oral health damage of COVID-19 is … [Read more...]
Why the Tooth Fairy is an important character for kids
The Tooth Fairy hovers silently, fluttering down to collect lost teeth from beneath the pillows of sleeping children. In place of the tooth, she leaves a treasure from her basket for the child to find in the morning. Why is sharing this legend important? Leaving gifts from the … [Read more...]
Quick Tips for Combating the Evils of Halloween Treats
Halloween is right around the corner! Avoid the negative effects that Halloween candy can have on your oral health, remember these quick tips: Have a Plan for Fighting Cavity-Causing Bacteria It can be difficult to manage the amount of candy that your child gets their hands … [Read more...]
How Contracting Coronavirus Impacts Your Oral Health
The onset of a pandemic has given a lot to consider when it comes to COVID-19 and our health. One aspect that you may not be familiar with is how the novel coronavirus impacts your oral health. Individuals who contract the virus, whether asymptomatic or otherwise, have a lot … [Read more...]
Share aloha with your keiki, not germs.
These days, avoiding and eliminating germs, viruses and diseases are on top of every parent’s mind. Because our mouths are the gateway for germs to enter our bodies, Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) wants to share some oral health tips parents and children can practice every day to … [Read more...]
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