Novelist C. S. Lewis once wrote, “How incessant and great are the ills with which a prolonged old age is replete.” Indeed, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 4 out of every 5 older adults suffer from a chronic condition, and half have at least … [Read more...]
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Managing your Diabetes Helps your Oral Health
Diabetes is a condition that is very common among Americans. In fact, 1.9 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with diabetes in 2012 alone1. Managing your diabetes will not only help overall well-being, but it will help keep your oral health in tip-top shape. To help you … [Read more...]
Non-alcoholic Naturally Sweet Low-Sugar Summertime Sangria
The key to making a healthy, satisfying non-alcoholic sangria is managing the sugar content. By swapping out soda or juice for sparkling water, we’re able to cut down significantly on unnecessary added sugars. Make sure to read your labels. We’ve selected sparkling water with … [Read more...]
Specialize in Geriatric Dental Care at Your Practice | What it Takes and Why You Should
The number of individuals in the US that are 65 and older has grown more than any other age group in the US. In fact, the older adult age group has had more growth than its younger populations combined! Did you know that older adults 65 years of age and older are expected to make … [Read more...]
Crowded or Crooked Teeth in Older Adults
Our teeth determine how our mouth functions. Since we are no longer gnawing on dinosaur bones, our jaws have become smaller, but our teeth have remained the same. When our mouths are too small to accommodate our teeth, it contributes to crooked or crowded teeth. When our … [Read more...]
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