Know Your Mouth
How to Thoroughly Check Your Oral Health
GUMS For the most part, healthy gums are always pink. They should be firm around each tooth and not tender, swollen, red, or white. Where the gums naturally sit on the tooth varies from person to person, but if you start to notice your gums receding more than normal, this could be a cause for concern. If your gums bleed while brushing or flossing, it could mean you’re not doing either often enough or are being too rough, or it may indicate other health issues. TONGUE Much like the gums, the tongue should always be pink. It should also be covered with small nodules called papillae. Discoloration of the tongue, like white spots, could be a sign of infection or a side effect of diabetes and asthma medications. A red tongue could be a sign of a vitamin deficiency or an indication that you have a fever. Sores and bumps on your tongue — or on your gums and the insides of your cheeks —may
While you should never attempt any type of dental procedure or
need to be treated with medication if they don’t go away on their own.
BREATH Bad breath can be embarrassing, but it can also be an indicator of an underlying issue that needs to be addressed. Healthy breath should be naturally neutral, meaning there shouldn’t be much scent to it at all. Bacteria breed in the presence of food particles, and it’s these bacteria that cause stinky breath. Eating pungent foods may cause bad breath temporarily, but if it continues even after brushing or using mouthwash, this could be a sign of other issues. A thorough check of your or a family member’s oral health may require a few extra steps, but it’s well worth your time. No one knows your mouth better than you, but if you have an issue, then you should always tell your dentist about it, because no one knows oral hygiene better than them! That Song is By Lifehouse? The band was founded in 1995, though they went by Blyss before changing their names to Lifehouse in 2000 just before “No Name Face,” their debut studio album, was released. That album included
oral cleaning with professional tools at home, it is important to be aware of the overall health of your mouth. Whether you’re between visits to your dentist or haven’t scheduled an appointment in a while, look for the following signs to help you decide if it’s time for a trip to the dentist. TEETH Strong teeth are the first sign of a healthy mouth. Determine whether or not yours are strong by checking for loose teeth, pain, sensitivity, or discoloration other than the yellowing that occurs with age. It doesn’t mean your teeth are unhealthy if they aren’t perfectly straight, but make sure their alignment isn’t causing issues with the way you bite, chew, or relax your jaw.
Dr. Stuckey’s Playlist
Several years ago, I turned on PBS and caught an episode of “Austin City Limits.” The show features a variety of bands and musical artists, and that night, they were covering a band
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called Lifehouse. I’d never heard of this group before, but once I heard their music, I was hooked. Even if you aren’t familiar with the band Lifehouse, you’ve almost certainly heard some of their
the song “Hanging by a Moment,” which became very popular and brought the band mainstream recognition. What I like most about Lifehouse is the consistent quality of their music. I’ve never been disappointed by one of their albums. They’re an alternative rock group, but they’re not hard rock. Their songs have a lighter
songs. Their single “You and Me” was released in 2005 and topped U.S. and international charts. This song was everywhere. Radio stations played it on repeat, it appeared in several TV shows, and it’s ended up on almost every wedding playlist since. Unless you happened to be a huge Lifehouse fan, you probably wouldn’t recognize the song by name, but as soon as it starts playing, it’ll be stuck in your head all day.
sound, which is great for when times are tough. A few of my favorite songs are “Gotta Be Tonight,” “Broken,” and “The Joke.” Lifehouse is still touring and writing music today, and I look forward to hearing what songs they’ll put out next.
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