As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, we are starting to enter the season that is filled with many festivities. From Halloween, which just passed not too long ago, to the upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays, it is easy to overlook our dental health amidst the holiday cheer. Plus, there are so many delicious foods, desserts, and sweet treats right in front of us, waiting to be devoured. So how do we navigate this season while trying to keep cavities away? Here are some essential tips to help preserve your smile through the upcoming celebrations!
Read MoreMany people avoid going to the dentist for various reasons, such as fear, cost, or lack of time. But what they don’t realize is that by waiting or skipping their preventive dental care, they are putting their oral health and their overall well-being at risk.
Read MoreThis year alone, nearly 54,000 people in the USA will be diagnosed with oral and oropharyngeal cancer and nearly 11,000 will die. (Source: Cancer.org)
Oral cancer is a serious disease that affects thousands of people every year. It can develop in any part of the mouth, such as the lips, tongue, gums, cheeks, or throat…
Read MoreEverybody loves the brilliance of a friendly smile and the pleasure of chewing their favorite foods. But in the 1990’s, researchers discovered a correlation between gum disease and other health problems, including heart disease. Over the last 30 years, evidence has continued to link oral and general health. Here’s a fascinating look at what we know, and how you can help control your risk.
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