Pets can be a great way to relieve stress for almost anyone, especially those who are an advanced age. When our older loved ones move into an assisted living facility, getting a pet for them may help alleviate some of the sadness or feelings of depression they could be experiencing. Here are some things to keep in mind when getting a pet for your loved one in assisted living:
Make Sure Pets are Allowed
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You can tell your kids that it's important that they brush their teeth daily. That doesn't mean that they are going to go cheerfully to the sink to brush their teeth. Kids quite often refuse to do things that are good for them. They would rather do their own thing. But, since you know that it's important, you keep doing what you can to make sure that they do brush their teeth.
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Most people think a little white lie doesn't cause any harm. However, when it comes to the health of your mouth, teeth and gums, a seemingly innocent lie can have serious ramifications. Even if the truth is embarrassing or reveals your lack of at-home oral care, it's important to tell your dentist the truth. Remember, your beautiful smile and oral health may just depend on it.
"I'm Not a Smoker"
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One of the key goals of orthodontics is achieving occlusion in a child's mouth, which refers to the perfect alignment of the bite and jaw. Anytime a child does not have occlusion it results in malocclusion, which is a condition that can lead to a number of different problems. To avoid the health risks and problems of malocclusion, you should consider getting braces on your child's teeth. Here are three problems that you could potentially avoid by doing this.
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Choosing to wear contact lenses is a big decision and deciding which type of contact lenses are right for you can be even harder. With so many different types to choose from it is helpful to understand the differences between them. The following are some popular types of contacts.
Two Week Disposable Lenses
This type of contact tends to be one of the less expensive contact choices. There are a variety of brands that offer two week disposables, and each brand has different features.
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