
Healthy Swaps for Cavity-Causing Foods
Here are a few ideas for making healthier choices when it comes to foods that may be dangerous to our oral health.
Here are a few ideas for making healthier choices when it comes to foods that may be dangerous to our oral health.
With so much negativity and stress in the world, dentists are noticing more people clenching their jaws and grinding their teeth.
Periodontitis doesn’t just affect the gums – it can affect the entire body. Find out why maintaining excellent oral health is critical to achieving ideal overall health.
A new study has found that sleep apnea severity may be reduced with a simple exercise regimen. Exercise can also help patients lose weight, another factor in reducing sleep apnea.
A team in New Zealand has revealed how foods can increase children’s risk of cavities. Of course every parent knows the risks of sugary sodas and candy, but some common favorites that seem harmless are actually a huge risk as well.
The quarantine for coronavirus is causing many people to put off visiting the dentist, potentially worsening some oral health problems.
A study has found a link between the autoimmune disease lupus and periodontal disease.
Can good overall health reduce the risks associated with coronavirus? One thing that research is showing: Good oral health can mean less severe COVID-19 effects.
Seniors who experience dry mouth may benefit from exercises including chewing gum.
Some dental work needs to be replaced to maintain its integrity and make sure the mouth stays healthy.
It may be hard to wait to put a much-anticipated braces journey on hold because of quarantine. But by-mail braces are not the answer.
Patients who are considering orthodontic treatment or braces should consider these things to help them make their decision.
A new study in Canada will examine the effects of cannabis smoking on the oral health of indigenous people in Ontario.
Quarantine is a great opportunity to get oral health back on track. Making sure teeth and gums are healthy helps ensure overall health is top notch and pearly whites are their whitest.
A new study has revealed just how effective water flossing is at removing plaque and reducing gum inflammation.
A new lawsuit against the EPA aims to reduce or abolish the use of fluoride in public water systems.
Wearing a mask may expose bad breath that we didn’t realize we had. Here’s how to quell bad breath while still wearing a mask.
Don’t let stressful times get in the way of oral health and hygiene.
A new report says that treating temporomandibular joint dysfunction or migraine headaches may bring relief for both conditions.
A new study shows that the aerosolization produced by CPAP machines may make it easier to contract COVID-19.
Maintaining proper oral hygiene during the COVID-19 pandemic is extra important. But it’s also a bit more difficult with many dental offices closed for appointments.
With many patients on quarantine, TMJ dysfunction pain could be left untreated. Here are some solutions to treat these conditions at home.
Patients who use a manual toothbrush or a spinbrush are missing out on the cleaning power of ultrasonic toothbrushes. Here’s why they’re better.
Tooth enamel is strong, but it’s not indestructible. Here are some things patients should steer clear of doing if they want to avoid damage to their tooth enamel and teeth.
Social media is a great tool for staying connected to friends and family, but bad social media advice can damage that pearly-white smile.
With so many people home, we may have a lot of extra time on our hands. Use that time to improve oral health!
Obstructive sleep apnea in pregnant women may increase their risk of developing gestational diabetes. This pregnancy-related condition can cause high birth weight in babies and increase the mother’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.
Epigenetic dentistry is a specialized form of dentistry that grows the jaw to its optimal size. Here’s how it can help patients.
Follow these helpful steps to help contain the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Most important: Wash those hands!
The mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body, so keeping it healthy and the lungs clear is vital to protecting against COVID-19.
Poor posture can have an effect on the total body, including the temporomandibular joint. Learn more about treatment for poor posture and TMJD.
Sunlight can provide vitamin D, which has benefits for oral health in the form of calcium production, prevention of infections and protection against gum disease. But too much sun can lead to burns, even on the mouth.
Many patients have heard about a specialized form of orthodontics called epigenetic orthodontics. But what is it, and how does it differ from traditional orthodontics?
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis may be at a higher risk for developing a condition known as temporomandibular joint dysfunction. Find out why in this article from Dr. Kelley Mingus.
Many parents wonder if their kids will need braces. Here are some signs to look out for while children are still young.
There are good habits and bad habits when it comes to oral health. Here’s a list of five things that could be doing harm to a healthy mouth.
Gum disease is bad for your teeth and gums, but now new research has found that it may also cause stroke, too.
Bad breath can strike anyone, but there are tips and tricks to stopping bad breath in its tracks!
With spring right around the corner, it’s time for that annual spring cleaning. Time to wash the curtains, clean the baseboards and get out all the dust and grime that has accumulated over the winter. But that doesn’t just apply to your house. For…
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Considering veneers but afraid they’ll ruin your teeth? That’s one of the biggest myths about veneers. There are many common myths and misconceptions about veneers, but these falsehoods shouldn’t hold you back from getting a beautiful smile. What Are Porcelain Veneers? Porcelain veneers are…
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Fall is finally here, and the country is starting to cool off and open back up. The fall means fall sports and outdoor fun, but heading outdoors can have its downsides, too. If you plan on going outside into nature this fall, don’t forget…
“Tis impossible to be sure of any thing but Death and Taxes.” So said Christopher Bullock, way back in 1716 in The Cobbler of Preston. The same thing rings true today. We have taxes on all sorts of things these days, including in some…
It’s officially back-to-school season, which means homework, bus rides, and extracurriculars are back in full swing again. These factors can really add up, packing your childrens’ schedules and making it difficult for appointments and sometimes, for self-care. But don’t let a busy fall schedule…
With the pandemic still raging, it’s hard to turn on the news or go on social media and not hear anything about COVID-19. Whether it’s new infection rates, new mutations of the virus, or some other data, the coverage of this sometimes-deadly virus has…