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...]
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...]
5 Overlooked Impacts of Drinking on your Dental Health
Think having a few drinks with dinner or going to happy hour is harmless? When done in moderation, it may be; but, when drinking leads to intoxication, your mouth might pay the price. Think about the last time you went to bed three sheets to the wind. Did you remember to brush … [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...]
Get In Control Of Your Diabetes Now!
The Type 2 Diabetic told the Type 1 Diabetic: “You’re so juvenile!” “Bartender, I’d like a margarita, two Long Islands, two beers and a double shot of Insulin.” Diabetes provides great joke material. But the stark reality of a diabetic’s life is definitely no laughing … [Read more...]