We are only saying "see you later" to Shelley Huggett! Thanks for all your hard work over the last 28 years! You are an awesome assistant and will be missed by us all. … [Read more...] about Shelley’s Going Away Celebration
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Cold Sore Solutions That Actually Work
Whether you call them cold sores or fever blisters, if you're among the more than 40% of Americans who regularly experience this inflammatory viral nuisance, you know they're anything but a joy to deal with. You've also probably heard of countless ways to deal with them, from over-the-counter remedies to treatment options that span generations. So what really works? Well, quite honestly what "works" when it comes to cold-sores, is management. … [Read more...] about Cold Sore Solutions That Actually Work
How to Plan for the Removal of Your Teen’s Wisdom Teeth
Chipmunk-city. Remember what it was like to have your wisdom teeth pulled? If the swollen mouth, teasing siblings, and new-found appreciation of what it's like to have a tooth knocked out aren’t enough… there is the blood. Ah, yes, the blood. You wish you could stop reading now, right? It's really not that bad. Gross, maybe, but it becomes a passing memory fast. If your dentist has suggested your teenager have their wisdom teeth extracted, … [Read more...] about How to Plan for the Removal of Your Teen’s Wisdom Teeth
I’ve Taken Geography in School, but What is a Geographic Tongue?
"Mom, do you know what's going on with my tongue? … It's got some weird patches on it … yuck!" How's that for a question not commonly found in the parental handbook? What your child is most likely concerned about is what is referred to as a "geographic tongue." The condition is nothing serious, and it really doesn't have much to do with Geography. It is something you might want to know about, though, particularly if your child is wondering why … [Read more...] about I’ve Taken Geography in School, but What is a Geographic Tongue?
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Who Says You Can’t Wear White After Labor Day?
Food. Fashion. Fun. The trifecta of flavor that makes Labor Day one of the most celebrated days of the year. It's a well-deserved day off from work, and honored as a national holiday since the days of President Grover Cleveland – that's over a century ago! It also begins the all-too-soon wrap up of summer. So before all the fun comes to a screeching halt, let’s be sure this big day of gastronomic enjoyment allows you to stay tooth-healthy and … [Read more...] about Who Says You Can’t Wear White After Labor Day?