More and more people in the United States are being diagnosed with diabetes. This horrible disease affects the nerves, kidneys, heart, and other organs. Unfortunately, it can also affect oral health. As dreadful as this problem is, much research has been done to try to combat or prevent complications before they get out of control. Below are five tips to help anyone with diabetes to prevent gum disease.
Brush, Brush, and Brush
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Selecting a sunscreen isn't as simple as just grabbing a bottle from your local pharmacy and applying it. You need to be sure you have the right sunscreen for your specific needs, which means reading the bottles carefully to ensure you have the right sun protection. The labels on sunscreens have changed and will now tell you if they are just protecting you from a simple sunburn, or protecting your skin from cancer.
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Nanoparticles are ultra-small units of material that are larger than 0.001 micrometer and tinier than around 0.1 micrometer. Science-fiction fans and Hollywood script writers have envisioned all sorts of mysterious and potentially evil uses for nanoparticles in the future, but the reality is that researchers have found amazing uses for them today.
3 of the most interesting developments in nanoparticles will revolutionize orthodontics.
1) There's a new non-invasive way to reduce the time you must wear braces.
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When it comes to getting a massage, there are many ones to choose from. A popular option is a deep tissue massage. The unique thing about a deep tissue massage is that due to the techniques used, it can actually help you with a variety of medical issues. From helping to relieve back pain, to reducing chronic pain as the result of fibromyalgia, this type of massage has a myriad of benefits.
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After a stroke, many patients are left with some amount of paralysis on one side of their body. This paralysis may be temporary or permanent, depending on the extent of the physical damage. As a result of this paralysis, many stroke patients struggle with the loss of ability to clean their own teeth properly. If you are a stroke victim, you may find that loss of manual dexterity and other motor controls can make it difficult to hold the toothbrush or properly open your mouth to accept a cleaning.
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