A dental visit isn't just about your teeth and gums. Your dental health is a good sign of how healthy you really are. If your tooth enamel is worn down, you may be stressed and grind your teeth at night. Swollen and receding gums are an early sign of diabetes. And sores in your … [Read more...]
What to Expect at Your First Appointment at a New Dentist
You have an appointment with a new dentist. You feel anticipation and a little anxiety – something like a first date. As in any new relationship, you’ll ask questions of each other. So what should you expect? First, a dentist will need to know your medical and dental … [Read more...]
TroothTM: Secondhand Smoke Hurts Your Kids
We’ve talked about how bad smoking is several times on this blog (See: The TroothTM About Smoking). But one thing we haven’t talked about is secondhand smoke. So, with the Great American Smokeout a week from today – here’s one more reason to quit – your kids. If you are … [Read more...]
You Booze, You Lose: Excessive Drinking Harms Oral Health
*Updated May 2025 It’s estimated that each year in the United States there will be more than 30,000 new cases of oral cancer diagnosed and about one person every hour will die from this disease.[1] Heavy alcohol consumption is a risk factor for oral cancer.* According to the … [Read more...]
