Debra Stevenson, Author at Gateway Tucson https://gatewaytucson.com/author/debra/ Fri, 20 Nov 2020 18:57:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 The Difference between a Dental Exam and a Dental Screening https://gatewaytucson.com/the-difference-between-a-dental-exam-and-a-dental-screening/ Fri, 20 Nov 2020 18:57:19 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1690   As you know, the American Dental Association recommends that you visit your dentist at least every six months. That’s because regular dental visits are needed for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. These visits help to protect not just your oral health, but also your overall health. In between those dental examinations, there are specific […]

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]]> 1690 The 3 B’s, Plus 1 https://gatewaytucson.com/the-3-bs-plus-1/ Wed, 16 Sep 2020 22:27:32 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1683   Photo from McMillen Health, Jan 8, 2015 The American Academy of Pediatrics has developed a simple and healthy nighttime routine for our children, we call it the 3 B’s for Brush, Book, Bed. They suggest that each night the parent or caregiver: 1) Help children to brush their teeth 2.) Read a favorite book, […]

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]]> 1683 The State of Arizona’s Babies / State of Babies Yearbook 2020 https://gatewaytucson.com/the-state-of-arizonas-babies-state-of-babies-yearbook-2020/ Fri, 19 Jun 2020 18:45:30 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1563 The State of Babies Yearbook: 2020 compares national and state-by-state data on the well-being of infants and toddlers,  released on Thursday by Zero to Three, it reflects a wide array of data.  Overall, Arizona received a “G” = “Getting Started” Click below to view the Arizona 2019 profile: State of Arizona Babies State of Arizona […]

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]]> 1563 Preventing Decay with Fluoride – by California Dental Association https://gatewaytucson.com/preventing-decay-with-fluoride-by-california-dental-association/ Wed, 27 May 2020 18:42:11 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1493 Preventing Decay with Fluoride What is fluoride (flor-ahyd)? Fluoride is a mineral that is naturally present in different amounts in almost all foods and water. Fluoride is also used in many dental products such as toothpaste and mouth rinses. How does fluoride help stop cavities? Fluoride works in two ways: topically and systemically. Topical fluorides […]

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]]> 1493 Top 5 Sitter Safety Tips For Parents https://gatewaytucson.com/top-5-sitter-safety-tips-for-parents-2/ Tue, 03 Mar 2020 11:20:32 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1227 When it comes to the safety and well-being of children, one can never be too cautious. We recognize that not all families are able or wanting to use an agency to find sitters or other childcare providers and we believe that knowledge is an incredibly important aspect to keeping your kids safe. So we want […]

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]]> 1227 How Sound Can Help Our Bodies Unwind and Relax https://gatewaytucson.com/how-sound-can-help-our-bodies-unwind-and-relax/ Mon, 24 Feb 2020 07:00:00 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1206 You are listening to the radio and you hear one of your favorite songs; what do you do?  Do you turn the radio up or do you sing along with the song? Do you feel yourself smiling or tapping to the beat? One or all of these reactions to the song are normal. When we […]

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]]> 1206 Journey of a Million Smiles https://gatewaytucson.com/journey-of-a-million-smiles/ Mon, 17 Feb 2020 07:00:00 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1158   Looking for an experienced team of pediatric dentists?  Look no further than Northwest Children’s Dentistry.  Dr. Norman Bunch (DDS) and Dr. Jennifer Marshall (DDS, MSD) are a husband and wife team serving Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, and Oracle. Both dentists and their experienced staff provide top-notch dental care for toddlers, children, teens, and special […]

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]]> 1158 What’s New at Banner Health? https://gatewaytucson.com/whats-new-at-banner-health/ Mon, 10 Feb 2020 09:36:00 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1111 2020 will be a Banner Year! In 2019 we saw 404 couples come through our doors for education and we have big plans for the year ahead. We offer classes for parents in the following areas: Birth Prep in English and Spanish, Baby Care, Breastfeeding, and Infant CPR. Did you know we are the only […]

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]]> 1111 Who Knew? https://gatewaytucson.com/who-knew/ Mon, 03 Feb 2020 17:29:18 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1104 Many mothers-to-be have unanswered questions when it comes to oral health during pregnancy.  Confusing information sometimes implies that dental care isuniquely separate from medical care and say that women should wait until after delivery to see a dentist. Yet others believe that oral x-rays are harmful during pregnancy, which is also incorrect. In a recent study, Cigna, a reliable […]

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]]> 1104 Healthy Goal Setting 2020 with Dr. Tompkins https://gatewaytucson.com/healthy-goal-setting-2020-with-dr-tompkins/ Wed, 15 Jan 2020 23:17:22 +0000 https://gatewaytucson.com/?p=1022 So, you’ve set a new year’s resolution? Then I have a question for you; looking back, how often have you accomplished your resolutions? Really be honest.  I asked this question because for 90% of people, 90% of their New Year’s resolutions fail. In fact, about 85% of all the failed New Year’s resolutions are happening […]

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