Mouth guards serve a very practical purpose — they protect your teeth from injury, which can occur if you play rigorous, contact sports, or even if you have a tendency to grind your teeth while you sleep, explains WebMD. The Cleveland Clinic…
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people who have had COVID-19 may develop what has been dubbed “post-COVID conditions (PCC)” or “long COVID.” PCC is more often found in people who have had severe infections,…
Gums are a crucial part of the oral cavity and play an essential role in maintaining good oral health. They surround and support the teeth, providing a seal around each tooth that helps protect the underlying bone and connective tissue…
Although we don’t always realize it, scrolling through social media can take up a large chunk of our day if we let it. Consistently opening Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter to check levels of engagement with our content can be an…
Whether you’re at work or a family get-together, there’s probably one person who controls the emotional tone. Family gatherings might be influenced by a strong-willed mother or a conservative grandfather. The tone of work — toxic or not — is…
Procrastinating is very common. While it doesn’t necessarily cause damage, it can lead to trouble or may be an indicator of other issues that need to be addressed. So why does procrastination occur? We all know procrastination is putting off…
One of the most popular evergreen trees is the eucalyptus. Native to Australia, this tree has been used for thousands of years in various medicinal practices (e.g. Ayurvedic, Chinese, Greek, etc.) as a natural remedy to treat many health conditions…
Anyone diagnosed with bipolar disorder, no matter the type, understands how emotionally taxing it can be to live with the condition. As explained by the U.K.’s National Health Service (NHS), individuals with bipolar disorder can experience a wide range of emotions,…
Having a mental illness can be a disruptive and debilitating experience. For many, the symptoms and side effects of a mental health condition can interfere with activities of daily life. While events like missing work, avoiding social events, or engaging…
According to Mayo Clinic, gingivitis is an oral disease that affects the gingiva — the part of the gum that supports the base of your teeth. Per Dr. Jay Khorsandi, gingivitis is the early stage of a bacterial infection in…