The Type 2 Diabetic told the Type 1 Diabetic: “You’re so juvenile!” “Bartender, I’d like a margarita, two Long Islands, two beers and a double shot of Insulin.” Diabetes provides great joke material. But the stark reality of a diabetic’s life is definitely no laughing … [Read more...]
Top Health Risks Affecting Americans’ Oral Health
Do you ever have those days when you feel like a well-oiled machine—healthy and moving at your best possible speed? And then there are the days when one part feels less than optimal, even halting to a painful grind. It’s true: Your body is a connected machine, and when it … [Read more...]
Rates of Tooth Decay
30 -50 % of AMerican adults have moderate gum disease and 5 -15% have more serious disease. These issues can be easily solved. Make sure to visit your dentist regularly. … [Read more...]
Diabetes
According to the American Diabetes Association, 23.6 million American adults and children have diabetes. Of those, 5.7 million do not know that they have it. Of even greater concern is that nearly 3 times that number—an estimated 57 million people—have a condition called … [Read more...]
Go to Bed! Why? Your Mother Says So.
May is National Better Sleep Month, so turn off that TV or computer and get to bed early. A lack of sleep can cause a host of health problems. And your teeth may suffer for it. Your overall health affects your dental health. Here’s what can happen to your health and your teeth if … [Read more...]