by Dr Linda Chen | Jan 10, 2025 | Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health Children, Prevention, Risk Factors
What’s the risk when your child sucks their thumb? As parents, we all want the best for our children, so it’s only natural to feel concerned about certain habits—especially one as common as thumb-sucking. You may have noticed your little one turning to their thumb for...
by Dr Linda Chen | Jul 26, 2024 | Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Health Links to General Health, Oral Health Tips & Facts, Risk Factors
Have you ever felt a moment of hesitation during a conversation, wondering if your breath might not be as fresh as you’d like? I think we all have! Bad breath, or chronic halitosis, can affect our social interactions and self-confidence. Fortunately, while the...
by Dr Linda Chen | Jun 17, 2024 | Dental Treatment, Oral Health Children, Prevention
Tooth decay can make life miserable for children and adults, yet it often goes untreated. This not only causes considerable discomfort, but it can also cause significant harm to the body’s health and natural development. The pain and difficulties stemming from dental...
by Dr Linda Chen | Mar 28, 2024 | Gum Disease, Oral Health, Oral Health Links to General Health, Oral Hygiene Care, Oral Links to General Health, Oral Pathogens, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Diabetes and oral health impact each other in ways that the general public may not often consider. Compared to the broader population, individuals with diabetes face greater risk of periodontal disease, which may begin with inflamed gums and bleeding. Unchecked, this...
