If your daughter is done wearing braces, you are likely pleased with her beautiful, new smile. Unfortunately, orthodontic treatment doesn’t end once her braces are removed. Your daughter will likely be required to wear a retainer to keep her teeth looking fabulous and prevent them from shifting back into their original position. Since the bottom six teeth at the front of the mouth are particularly susceptible to shifting, it’s essential that your daughter adheres to her orthodontist’s instructions for wearing a retainer. If you are concerned that she’ll have a tough time wearing a removable retainer, a permanent bottom retainer may be the ideal solution. A permanent bottom retainer ... read more
Should My Daughter Get a Permanent Bottom Retainer?
Will My Teeth Hurt When Running at Elevation
Elevation changes may lead to tooth pain or a condition known as barodontalgia. If you are an avid runner, you may find that your teeth hurt every time you run at elevation. In many cases, the pain associated with a high altitude toothaches is caused by air that is trapped inside of a filling or cavity. Due to the fact that teeth cannot expand to accommodate pressure changes, the buildup of pressure may lead to intense pain in fillings or root canals that have been performed poorly. You may notice that when you return to ground level, your pain completely stops. Even if this is true, it’s essential to visit a dentist as soon as possible, if you experience barodontalgia. A dentist can ... read more
Should I Be Worried About My Son’s 6 Year Molars?
When your son turns 6 years old, their initial transition to adulthood will likely begin. This is the age where he will develop his first set of adult teeth known as 6-year-old molars. His 6-year-old molars will grow in behind his baby teeth. You may notice that during this process, your son becomes irritated and experiences some discomfort. Rest assured that this is completely normal. Headaches, low-grade fevers, cheek biting, ear pain, and jaw pain are all common symptoms of 6 year molars. The good news is that these symptoms eventually subside and there are certain ways you can help your son find relief. Most dentists recommend feeding children in the 6-year molar phase more ... read more
At What Age Should I Take My Child to the Dentist?
Many parents are unsure of when to first take their child to the dentist. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, children should begin visiting the dentist as early as six months old and no later than one year old. An early dentist visit can help you ensure that your child’s teeth are growing in correctly and they are not facing any tooth decay. It’s also a great time for a dentist to educate you on how to properly care for your child’s teeth. At your child's first dentist appointment, you can expect a dentist to evaluate your child’s mouth and determine whether their teeth are growing in properly. Although x-rays are unlikely, a dentist may perform a brief ... read more
Can I Wear Invisalign to Play Sports
Many Invisalign patients lead active lives and play a variety of sports. If you play sports and are considering Invisalign or are currently undergoing treatment, you may be asking yourself if you can wear Invisalign to play sports. The answer to this question depends on the type of sport you play. If you play a contact sport such as football, you should wear a mouth guard. In addition to reducing your risk of injury or trauma such as broken teeth, a mouth guard can protect you from a serious head injury like a concussion. Therefore, if you play a contact sport, it’s wise to remove your Invisalign aligners before you put on your mouth guard. Do not wear your Invisalign aligners ... read more
How Soon After Wisdom Teeth Removal Can I Run?
While wisdom tooth removal is a common procedure, it is still considered a surgery that comes with certain postoperative care directions. If you’re a runner, you may be wondering how wisdom teeth removal will impact your running schedule. After your procedure, you should avoid your regular running routine for about a week. If you do wish to run, try to plan a light run that includes a longer warm up and a jog rather than a full-blown run. When you run, be sure you are not clenching your jaw and keep your posture upright. Once a few weeks since your wisdom teeth removal have passed, you should be able to get back to your regular running routine. When you do so, remember to warm up, drink ... read more
Staying Fit as a Digital Nomad
So you’ve taken the jump and are now living the life of your dreams, good for you! You don’t have to tie yourself to a desk, you never sit in traffic, and you choose when and where you work. Could there be a sweeter way for a woman to make her way in the world? Well, how about the downsides? Granted, there aren’t all that many, but if you want to get the most out of it, you need to take a few simple steps to stay in shape and feel great. Ditch the Junk Food An extra bit of cake in Starbucks or some Thai noodles as a last minute takeout are both fun things to do; no one’s pretending they’re not! But you want to do it in moderation as with all good things. The trick is to remember ... read more
How Aging Female Runners Strengthen Their Spine
Aging is a very natural part of life. It might not be the most pleasant experience though. There is a stigma attached to growing older. Society has an obsession with youth. However, there are ways to age gracefully and well. One of them involves daily exercise. Exercise keeps the body strong and limber. Running is a popular exercise that many men and women love to indulge in. Unfortunately, many women experience spine issues that are connected to running. As a woman naturally progresses in age, consider these tips to help strengthen the spine. Wear Supportive Shoes Supportive shoes are incredibly important when you are a runner. Your feet hit the pavement really hard and if you don’t ... read more
Taste and Lose Your Waist
Speeding up body metabolism has a positive impact on your overall health. Removal of toxins that settle down in the body will help you to throw away these extra kilos easily. Detoxifying regularly or even seasonally will help in enhancing health. There are many easy and natural ways to detox our body. Find the list below, just pick the best one that suits you to slim down and stay fit. Orange with Berry Water does wonder to our body. Proper intake of water will always have ample healing benefits. Blueberry with vitamin C is an amazing combination to detoxify your body. Berries are rich in antioxidants, orange with vitamin C makes the blend perfect and tasty. This is super for everyone ... read more
Beauty for Busy Active Women
We’ve all had those days when we’re too busy running around to stop and properly go through our full skincare routines. What happens if “busy” is your default way of life? If you are a woman with a very active lifestyle, here are some tips on how you can still take great care of your skin without having to come to a halt: Nourish Your Skin from Within Beauty companies like Well Within Beauty believe that great skin is the result of an overall healthy lifestyle. What you feed your body and how you treat it are just as important as the products you use. As an active woman, you probably already know that eating a balanced diet and taking vitamins affects your body in several different days, ... read more
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