Category: Healthy People Dental
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Getting your smile back-to-school ready
Your child may have the latest wardrobe, school supplies, and sports equipment for the new school year, but do they have a healthy mouth and the tools they need to maintain it? According to the American Dental Association, a dental examination is as important as immunizations and booster shots and should be a regular part […]
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Oral Cancer Awareness and Prevention
There are two types of oral cancer – those occurring in the oral cavity (the inside of your mouth) and those occurring in the oropharynx (the throat, including the tonsils and base of the tongue). Early detection may result in better treatment outcomes and may help keep you or someone you love from becoming one […]
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Travel Tips for your Teeth
Make Time for a Checkup Even when you’re dreaming about vacation, there’s no place like home–especially a dental home base. Prevention isn’t only taking care of your teeth, it’s establishing a relationship with a dentist. If you can, schedule your next regular visit before your trip. You’ll have peace of mind, and your dentist will […]
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7 Vitamins & Minerals your Mouth Needs
Want healthy teeth and gums? Make sure your diet features these key ingredients. These nutritional building blocks are essential for your dental health. Calcium No surprises here — calcium is well known as a friend for teeth. Calcium helps harden your enamel and strengthen your jawbone. What to eat: In addition to milk, good sources […]
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Spring tips for a healthy mouth
Doing some spring cleaning? While you’re busy beating rugs, cleaning curtains and organizing cabinets, don’t forget to check your bathroom counter! Add these four items to your checklist to include dental hygiene in your battle plan. 1. REPLACE OLD OR WORN TOOTHBRUSHES Get in the habit of changing your toothbrush every three months. The ability […]
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Quick Facts About Brushing Your Teeth
The American Dental Association recommends brushing twice a day for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste. Dentists recommend putting your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gums as you brush. Replace your toothbrush every three to four months. When bristles become frayed and worn, they are less effective at cleaning teeth. Both […]
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Is there a link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease?
Researchers and government agencies continue to investigate the possible relationship between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease. Some studies have shown that bacteria in the mouth that are involved in the development of periodontal disease can move into the bloodstream and cause an elevation in C–reactive protein, a marker for inflammation in the blood vessels. These […]
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Tips for Healthy Holiday Teeth
No matter how much you love your dentist, he or she probably doesn’t top the list of people you want to spend quality time with over the holidays. Follow these five tips to steer clear of emergency trips to the dentist’s office this season. Don’t crack nuts with your teeth. Although protein found in nuts […]
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National Diabetes Month
What does that mean for dental health? People who have been diagnosed with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are at risk for increased dental health issues due to blood circulation. Diabetics are at increased risk of periodontal, or gum disease, due to this. Often, diabetics will notice a dry mouth, or increased thirst, […]
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