Dr. Kami Hoss

Ensure oral health while traveling with these three tips Going on a well-deserved getaway is not an excuse to neglect good oral health care habits. Even if being in transit might make it difficult, Dr. Kami Hoss shares some tips that will make sure your teeth and gums don't suffer while away on vacation: Image source: Pexels.com Image source: Pexels.com Prepare a travel-sized dental care kit A pouch or a resealable plastic bag containing a travel-sized toothbrush, mouthwash, and floss is a must-have in one's backpack or carry-on. However, be sure to dry and cover the toothbrush after every use to prevent other elements from contaminating it while stored in the bag. Brush and gargle with clean water When roughing it out in a new place, it can sometimes be hard to find potable water. For those who are not sure whether the place they're going to has a supply of clean water, it's wise to buy bottled water for personal use. In some cases, boiling w...

A lot of parents use sugary treats to “contain” their children, especially when they’re starting to get rowdy. Children are allowed a lot of sweets like candy, ice cream, chocolates, cake, and sometimes carbonated drinks. Too much sweets can cause children to have colds, cough, acid reflux, type two diabetes—and most of all—poor dental health at a young age. But some parents are still not convinced that their children are exposed to chronic and avoidable health problems because of sugar. Image source: sciencenews.org Cavities that cause tooth decay can set in even at a young age. Cavities are infections caused by acids that bore holes in the teeth. The mouth is full of bacteria, and many of which bring benefit to one’s overall oral health. However, if these oral bacteria feed on sugars children eat, the mouth produces acids that can bring harm to the tooth’s enamel. When cavities are not treated well, it can cause pain and tooth loss. Despite the bad news about cavity...