We all know sugar is bad for your teeth. As your body digests sugar, it releases acids that dissolve your tooth enamel, putting you at greater risk for tooth decay and gum disease. Limiting your sugar intake is one of the best things you can do for your oral and overall health. However, cutting out […]
Has it been a while since your last dental checkup? Avoiding or skipping regular dental checkups could potentially put your otherwise healthy mouth at risk. Learn more about the links between a healthy mouth and a healthy heart.
Have you resolved to be healthier in 2018? Here are some changes you can make to your oral health that will positively impact your whole body health.
What are the best and worst foods for your teeth? Read the sometimes surprising answers and get some helpful suggestions in our blog.
92% of adults have had cavities in their permanent teeth. However, many patients still have questions about cavities, their treatment, and prevention.
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Are you familiar with this deadly disease? According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), an estimated 50,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer EVERY YEAR and 9,000 U.S. citizens will die from this horrifying disease. Oral cancer’s mortality rate isn’t because it’s hard to diagnose, […]
Warmer weather, budding trees…signs of spring are all around us! The first few glimpses of spring-like weather may send us into a spring cleaning frenzy around our homes and yards. Before you grab your bucket, squeegee, and mop, take a moment to think about your dental health routine. Could it use a little sprucing up? […]
If you’re not up on the latest oral-systemic link, it may seem odd that pregnancy affects your teeth, but it does! At the same time, your dental health has a very real effect on your developing baby. Many articles report that poor dental habits have been associated with premature delivery, intrauterine growth restriction, gestational diabetes, and preeclampsia. […]
Taking a dip in the pool is a great way to cool off in the summer, or maybe you prefer relaxing in the jacuzzi after a hard days work. When you’re enjoying your time in the water, your teeth may be the last thing on your mind. Did you know spending too much time in chlorinated water […]
Do you notice an increase in pink every October? From politicians to football players to community members, the color seems to pop up everywhere! Since 1985, when National Breast Cancer Awareness Month was founded, October has been designated as a time to increase awareness of this deadly disease. Pink ribbons – and pink in general – point […]
