Kissing is surely on your Valentines’ Day list. You should know that a kiss is more than the simple act. Key takeaways: – Kissing promotes the flow of saliva which cleanses the mouth – reducing the risk of cavities. – Have a dental checkup if you have bad breath...
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Flossing is an important dental hygiene practice that should be performed daily. Flossing is important for healthy teeth and gums. Key takeaways: – The water flosser is a good alternative to dental floss in keeping your teeth and gums clean. – People who wear braces should use a water...
When you smile (whether you feel like it or not), your brain triggers a hormonal reaction that actually makes you happy. Smile therapy is all about using this trick to alleviate stress. Strangely, this works because the brain cannot discern between a fake and a real smile, research shows....
Most people suffer from bad breath at some point in life. Bad breath can be caused by a number of problems – diet, drink and smoking – that can be easily changed to prevent the problem. Key takeaways: – Brush your tongue when brushing teeth – as bacteria can...
The annual Gallup honesty/ethics poll has ranked nursing as the most honest and ethical profession. Nursing has ranked top of the poll since 2001. Key takeaways: – The American public has ranked nursing as the most trusted profession for the 15th year in a row. – 84 percent of...
The majority of nurses are not involved in research that could benefit patient care. The nurses cite the lack of sufficient opportunity as the barrier to getting into research. Key takeaways: – Factors that are holding back nurses from research are education structures, workforce pressures, lack of information, and...
CACHE Advanced Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing As a dental nurse, your role is to provide chair-side support to both dental team and patients. Gaining a qualification as a dental nurse can lead to progression in other career pathwayssuch as dental therapists and hygienists, oral health promotion, the management of...
