Author: Isreal Olabanji DST, RN

Isreal Olabanji is a certified Dental Nurse in Nigeria with experience in oral health education, public health, dental instruments, and patient care. He writes evidence-based dental and oral health content for readers in Nigeria, the United States, and beyond, making expert oral care guidance accessible no matter where you're reading from. Follow me on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, or LinkedIn.

How often do you smile? And do you know how that smile affects you, as well as those around you? Apart from being a universal sign for happiness, smiling can boost your whole immune system, as well as your mood, given that the activity releases endorphins. Additionally, when you smile, people perceive you as a confident person. No make-up in the world can make you look more attractive than having a big smile on your face. Plus, this is a highly contagious activity. So, if you want to spread happiness around you – you know what to do. Check this…

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Blepharoplasty is the surgical technique in which your eyes are altered to make you look younger or to correct an issue. By undergoing eyelid surgery, you can achieve dramatic results that are long-lasting and highly effective at creating a more youthful appearance. You can turn back the clock in just a few hours simply by removing excess fat and skin from around the eye and tightening lax muscles both above and below it. Maybe you find that a genetic trait that results in the upper eyelids drooping (thus restricting your vision) is now starting to develop. An eyelid lift will…

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TMJ is also known as Temporomandibular, it is what dentists refer to as jaw discomfort and related issues. If you suffer from an issue such as aches around your ear or are having possible difficulty when chewing food, or perhaps you get locked-jaw; which is when it is difficult to open and close your mouth, all these are signs of TMJ. Key Facts TMJ disorder explained: TMJ refers to jaw discomfort that can cause pain near the ears, difficulty chewing, stiffness, or even locked jaw. Common causes: Arthritis, misaligned disks, jaw injuries, and chronic teeth grinding are major contributors to…

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It’s easy to put health on the back burner until something goes wrong. But the truth is, taking small steps now can save you from much bigger costs later. Preventive health practices don’t need to be complicated or expensive. They’re about making simple choices that help you feel better every day while also protecting your wallet in the future. Families in communities like Minnetonka, MN, know that good health habits not only improve quality of life but also reduce long-term medical bills. From regular dental visits to getting enough sleep, prevention is one of the smartest financial decisions you can…

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Recent reports show that more than 14 million Americans are struggling with alcohol use disorder while over 8 million are living with drug addiction. Nearly 2.5 million suffer from both. Additionally, an estimated 11 percent of Americans are battling impulse control disorders. Are those portions of the population one and the same? Do those who suffer from impulse control disorders more commonly succumb to drug and alcohol addiction? Studies indicate there could certainly be links between the two. In truth, the connection between impulse control and susceptibility to addiction is complicated. An array of environmental, psychological, and biological factors enter…

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