Halloween kicks off the slew of holidays that take us through the end of the year. As is the case with many holidays, Halloween comes with a ton of sweets and treats. But as many of us know, too much of a good thing is never, well… good. We’ll admit it’s hard to have Halloween … [Read more...]
Why our smile is our superpower
With comic books and movie adaptions making up a large part of modern entertainment, it’s easy to wonder about having superpowers. While many wish for super strength or the ability to fly, what many folks don’t realize is that they already have a superpower right under their … [Read more...]
Just What the Dentist Ordered: Apples
In Virginia, mid-September to mid-October is prime time for apple picking. Not only is it a fun fall activity for the whole family, but there are numerous health benefits to eating apples – especially for your teeth! In this installment of Just What the Dentist Ordered, … [Read more...]
Why older Americans shouldn’t neglect dental care
More than 1 in 4 Americans 65 years of age and older report the overall condition of their mouth and teeth as being fair or poor. Their candor is often justified as several oral health conditions become more prevalent with age. In addition, some people over 65 are neglecting … [Read more...]
Biting your fingernails can harm your mouth
People who bite their nails often try to quit because it’s hurting the appearance of their nails. But nail biting can also spread harmful bacteria, viruses and more from your fingers to your mouth. This can increase your risk of colds and other infections. The risk is … [Read more...]
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