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Obstructive sleep apnea
Learn the signs that point to this common and potentially serious sleep disorder. And find out the treatments that can help you sleep better.
Rheumatoid arthritis
This chronic inflammatory disorder can affect more than just your joints. It can also damage your skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.
Want whiter teeth?
If your pearly whites are dulled by surface stains, whitening toothpaste can appear to whiten teeth slightly. Whitening toothpaste can't change the natural color of your teeth, however. For more noticeable results, ask your dentist about tooth-whitening bleaching products.
Brush up on how to brush your teeth
Are you brushing your teeth properly? Here's how to brush: Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle — aiming the bristles toward the area where your tooth meets your gum. Gently brush with circular short back-and-forth motions. Remember to brush the outside, inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth, as well as your tongue. Use a fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush that fits your mouth comfortably. Consider using an electric or battery-operated toothbrush. Brush your teeth twice a day.
Toothpicks: For hors d'oeuvres, not teeth
Have something stuck in your teeth? Use a toothbrush, dental floss, or an interdental cleaner — such as a dental pick, pre-threaded flosser, tiny brushes that reach between teeth, a water flosser, or wooden or silicone wedge plaque remover. Save toothpicks for olives. If you use a toothpick to clean your teeth, you could injure your gums and let in bacteria.
Oral health: A window to your overall health
Find out about the connection between your oral health and overall health.
Does flossing really make a difference?
Yes. You can't reach the bacteria in tight spaces between your teeth and under the gum line with a toothbrush. Aim to floss daily. If you find it hard to handle floss, use an interdental cleaner — such as a dental pick, pre-threaded flosser, tiny brushes that reach between teeth, a water flosser, or wooden or silicone wedge plaque remover. As long as you do a thorough job, it doesn't matter if you brush or floss first.
Alzheimer's: Managing sleep problems
Alzheimer's sleep problems affect both you and your loved one. Consider tips for coping.
Hypothyroidism symptoms: Can hypothyroidism cause eye problems?
Hypothyroidism symptoms can vary, but eye problems aren't usually a concern.
Lack of sleep: Can it make you sick?
Lack of sleep can affect your immune system. Here's what you need to know.
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