Are you afraid of bad breath? Mouthwashes can help. But beware of mouthwashes that contain alcohol – especially for children. Mouthwashes are used for a number of reasons: To freshen breath and combat halitosis (bad breath) To help prevent or control tooth decay and … [Read more...]
Why Dental Decisions Are So Important
Healthcare decisions and dental decisions are not glamorous, but they are important. We continue to see more and more evidence supporting the impact our oral health—or lack thereof—has on our overall health. This means that avoiding the dentist shouldn’t be an option for us … [Read more...]
Chew – The Last Thing You Should Do
Chewing tobacco, spit tobacco, snuff, pinch, dip. Some even optimistically call it smokeless tobacco is BAD for your health. Whatever you call it, you can be sure that chew is the last thing you should do! So, let’s take a look at why it is so harmful. Chewing tobacco causes … [Read more...]
Oral Cancer: Is Your Teen at Risk?
April is National Cancer Control Month. If you suspect your teen is smoking or using smokeless tobacco, you might want to take time to educate him or her about the risk for oral cancer. Oral cancers occur in the head and neck area and include mouth, tongue, tonsils and throat … [Read more...]
It’s OK to Smoke – April Fools!
If you still smoke or use tobacco, the joke’s on you. Tobacco is not only bad for your overall health – it puts your dental health in jeopardy too. Statistics don’t lie. About 1 in every 5 deaths is linked to tobacco use, according to the Centers for Disease Control and … [Read more...]
