Did you know that Americans spend almost $2 billion each year to keep their teeth white and smiles so bright? Our teeth suffer from habits like drinking coffee, wine, and smoking over time. It’s natural to want to spruce up your smile. And you may have asked the question, is teeth whitening safe? The good news… Read more »
There’s a lot of talk about fluoride in health-savvy circles, and much of that discussion is focused on the uses of fluoride as dental treatment and fluoridation in water. Questions along the lines of “should tap water contain fluoride?”, “How does fluoride affect our health?”, “are there long-term risks to fluoridation?” and “are dental fluoride… Read more »
Going to the dentist probably isn’t your favorite thing. Dental checkups are a joke in popular culture, known as tedious, time-consuming, and uncomfortable experiences. And that’s unfortunate because those jokes are based on an outdated idea of what dentistry and dental care are. Most providers now work hard to ensure that their offices are comfortable,… Read more »
In recognition of National Gum Disease Awareness Month in February, we’re actively raising awareness about this prevalent health concern. A staggering two-thirds of Americans encounter gum disease at some stage in their lives, marking it as a widespread health issue. Despite its prevalence, gum disease is frequently misconstrued. Gaining a better understanding of the symptoms… Read more »
After a long year, many of us are looking forward to the festive season. This is a magical time, with so many different holidays and celebrations spanning December and into January. With all the fun events going on and so much joy in the air, it’s easy to let ‘real-life’ slip away for a while.… Read more »
When they’re small, there’s so much for children to learn and so much we as parents need to teach them. Our little ones look to use to learn everything about themselves and the world in which they live. Health is one of the biggest lessons and most important lifelong gifts we give our children, and… Read more »
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