Soda is an American weakness. Here in the US, we drink twice the amount of soda than other developed nations. Why, you ask? Americans have a soft spot for sweets and indulging. But is our indulgence leading us down a dangerous path? New research suggests that drinking soda can … [Read more...]
4th of July: Summer BBQ and Eating Tooth Healthy
Come Fourth of July and anyone with a grill gets busy. So do the dentists, apparently! All that barbecue sauce and sugary foods that one eats on this holiday can lead to tooth damage. Summer BBQ and eating tooth-healthy foods may seem impossible, but can be done with a little bit … [Read more...]
Healthy Diet: Happy Mouth
For seniors, staying healthy and looking good are rapidly climbing to the top of their “to do” lists. If you maintain a healthy diet, you can kill two birds with one stone. There is no down side to maintaining a healthy diet. It keeps your mind, body and even your mouth in good … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Your Treats Be a Trick
Delta Dental recently surveyed more than 250 dentists and found that nearly one out of four dentists said they do not hand out anything on Halloween, while five percent attack the holiday head on by handing out toothbrushes.But the majority, 60 percent, hand out candy. Of the … [Read more...]