Did you know that every year more than 36,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with oral cancer? The National Cancer Institute reports that, in 2013, 7,890 people died due to cancer of the oral cavity and pharynx. The figures imply that many of us are still not health … [Read more...]
DIY Dental First Aid Kit – Be Ready for a Dental Emergency
Do you have a first aid kit at home or in your car? First aid kits come in handy in a smorgasbord of minor accidents including those that need professional care. What many people do not normally have is a dental specific first aid kit. It’s very easy to put together and will … [Read more...]
Toddler Oral Health – How to Raise a Healthy Toddler
We all know what it takes to get our little toddlers to take care of their mouths properly after meals, let alone get them to brush their teeth twice a day! Often, a battle royal ensues, leaving the tiny people more rebellious than ever and the grown-ups deeply frustrated. Sad to … [Read more...]
2014 Olympic Smiles
Every two years we are reminded of our inarguable connection to the rest of the world. In 2014, we’ll watch as the athletes of the Winter Olympics ski, skate and luged their way to the podium. This year, most Americans are sitting with their eyes glued to the screen in wonder … [Read more...]
Groundhog Day: All About Groundhog Teeth
In honor of Groundhog Day, we wanted to take a close look at the oral health and teeth of groundhogs. Groundhogs, also called woodchucks, whistle-pigs or land beavers, are rodents belonging to the group of large ground squirrels called marmots living in the lowland regions of … [Read more...]
