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Tongue Tie, Lip Tie, and Infant Reflux: Understanding the Connection

May 13, 2022

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Fussy baby due to aerophagia or infant acid reflux in McKinney

Do you have a little bundle of joy at home? If so, you may have chosen to breastfeed due to the many benefits it offers for infants and mothers. Admittedly, however, breastfeeding can come with its challenges. For example, many babies experience unpleasant symptoms shortly after they eat, which can often be perceived as infant acid reflux in McKinney. However, acid reflux may not be the problem at all. It might actually be air-induced reflux due to a lip or tongue tie. This blog post discusses what this problem is, what can cause it, and what you can do about it.

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Why Does Hydration Matter for Oral Health?

May 4, 2022

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teenager drinking water

The first day of summer may technically be June 21, but when you live in Texas it can feel like the spring season already packed up and left town. The temperature rises and leads to a lot of sweating and fluid loss when you are outside on the move for very long. When people forget to replace those fluids promptly, dehydration occurs. Since water comprises more than two-thirds of your body, any loss of fluids can affect regular bodily functions. Did you know it can impact your oral health too? Read on to learn from a children’s dentist in McKinney which signs of dehydration to look out for and the consequences it can have on your smile.

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