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Are Spicy Foods Good for You?- treatment at gardencity

Are Spicy Foods Good for You?

December 4, 2020

In the desert southwest, the tiny chili pepper is mighty in flavor and cultural significance. From packing heat into salsa and sauces to hanging decoratively on the walls of homes and restaurants, these bright, shiny-skinned peppers are the spice of life in Arizona. Part of the plant genus Capsicum, the chili pepper is a flowering

Will cleaning your tongue help reduce the risk of heart disease, arthritis, and other inflammatory diseases?- treatment at gardencity

Will cleaning your tongue help reduce the risk of heart disease, arthritis, and other inflammatory diseases?

November 18, 2020

Scientific literature continues to highlight the connection between the health of our mouths and the health of our bodies. For example, there has been extensive research on the profound impact that oral health can have on health risks such as heart disease. It’s all about balance Your mouth and the rest of your body are

What You Need to Know About Fluorosis- treatment at gardencity

What You Need to Know About Fluorosis

November 4, 2020

Our mouths contain bacteria that use sugars in the foods we eat and the beverages we drink, to produce an acid that harms our teeth.  Fluoride protects our teeth and is an important mineral, especially for children. However, too much fluoride can cause something called dental fluorosis which can harm our teeth.  Dental fluorosis results

Thumbsucking and using a Pacifier- treatment at gardencity

Thumbsucking and using a Pacifier

October 15, 2020

Thumbsucking is a natural reflex for children. Babies feel secure and happy while sucking on thumbs, fingers, pacifiers, or other objects as this may help them to learn and explore about the world around them. Young children may also suck their thumb to soothe themselves and help them fall asleep. How can My Child’s Teeth