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Kicking the Smoking Habit Boosts Your Health Including Teeth and Gums
posted: Nov. 13, 2021.
Quitting smoking is hard. The love affair between your brain and nicotine chains the habit to your daily life. But it's still worth the effort to quit to save Read more -
4 Tips to Getting the Dental Care You Need, Even on a Tight Budget
posted: Aug. 15, 2021.
If your budget gets squeezed, cutting non-essential expenses can be a wise move. But think twice before lumping dental care into that category—postponing dental visits or treatment could put Read more -
Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little Read more -
Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
posted: Aug. 05, 2021.
In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read more -
Although It Sounds Exotic, This Mouth Sore Isn't a Big Concern
posted: Jun. 16, 2021.
Most of what goes on inside our mouths—good or bad—is fairly predictable. But every now and then, people encounter something out of the ordinary. A good example is lichen Read more -
5 Tips Students (and Everyone Else) Should Heed for Healthy Teeth and Gums
posted: Jun. 06, 2021.
Though it sounds like an elite academic society, "The Freshman 15" is anything but. The phrase stands for the weight, pegged at 15 pounds, that many incoming students gain Read more -
Gum Disease Could Impact More Than Your Oral Health
posted: May 17, 2021.
Preventing periodontal (gum) disease not only preserves your teeth and gums, it might also benefit the rest of your health. There's growing evidence that gum disease has links to Read more -
4 Ways Alcohol Could Affect Your Oral Health
posted: Apr. 22, 2021.
Fermented and distilled beverages have been a part of human culture for millennia. They help us celebrate the joys of life and the companionship of family and friends. But Read more -
What To Do and Not Do for These 3 Common Childhood Dental Problems
posted: Feb. 06, 2021.
Knowing what to do—and what not to do—when your child is sick can greatly affect their health and well-being. That's especially true with dental problems. Here then are some Dos Read more -
Infection Control at the Dental Office Isn't Something New
posted: Feb. 01, 2021.
In the midst of the current global pandemic, we're all focused on staying healthy and avoiding infection. For many, their first thought before resuming any regular activity is, “Will Read more -
Your Food's Micronutrients Make a Difference in Your Dental Health
posted: Jan. 27, 2021.
When you were a kid, a plate of green beans or carrots probably seemed less appealing than a handful of cookies or a bowl of ice cream. Mom or Read more -
Don't Let Bad Breath Ruin Your Date Under the Mistletoe
posted: Dec. 28, 2020.
Most of us have no clue how the ancient holiday tradition of kissing under the mistletoe originated—but it sure doesn't stop us from keeping the tradition alive! Yet although Read more -
Boost Your Dental Health With Soon-To-Expire FSA Funds
posted: Dec. 03, 2020.
If you're among the estimated 14 million families with a healthcare flexible spending account (FSA), New Year's Eve has an added meaning—that's typically the deadline for using any current Read more -
How to Ensure Your Child's Teeth and Gums Stay Healthy Now and Later
posted: Nov. 23, 2020.
Being a parent can be a rewarding role. But it's also hard work, especially the effort required in keeping children healthy. In that respect, there's one area you don't Read more -
Eliminating an Infant's Lip or Tongue Tie Can Make Breastfeeding Easier
posted: Sep. 18, 2020.
Most babies come into the world ready and able to nourish at their mother's breast—no training required! About one in ten children, though, may have a structural abnormality with Read more -
The Graduation Season is the Perfect Time to Review Dental Health
posted: May 31, 2020.
The month of May blossoms annually with commencement ceremonies honoring students graduating from high schools, colleges and universities. For each graduate, the occasion represents a major milestone along their Read more