Tag: your-toothbrush

Relief for sensitive teeth goes ‘Pro’

OCHO RIOS, St Ann — Colgate Palmolive has developed a new toothpaste to fight dentine hypersensitivity and according to experts at Colgate, this new advance treatment is clinically proven to deliver instant and lasting sensitivity relief.

Pets’ teeth keys to health

Buck, an 11-year-old intact male Lab, had been coughing for about a week. His owner also noted he was not eating as much and that he was breathing faster than usual. His family veterinarian had assessed him and suspected an infection but could not pinpoint the cause.

Important Guidelines for Oral Health of Pregnant Women

Pregnant women can improve their oral health if they look for information concerning oral health, regularly brush and floss to get rid of bacterial plaque, include fluoride toothpaste and fluoride rinse into your routine, consume a well-balanced diet, tooth decay should be treated, don’t share food or utensils with anyone, and xylitol gum should be chewed to decrease the rate of tooth decay.

How to care for your toothbrush

Brushing (and flossing) is the best way to protect your teeth and gums — but not if your toothbrush is in bad shape. “Toothbrush bristles that are worn or frayed from use cannot effectively remove plaque, which is critical to maintaining healthy teeth and gums,” says Sebastiana Springmann, a dentist in Williamsburg, Va. Some advice:

Your week – Mon, 21 Mar 2011 PST

YOUR HEALTH Brushing (and flossing) is the best way to protect your teeth and gums – but not if your toothbrush is in bad shape. Some tips from the experts: