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Stress May Be Ruining Teeth
With so much negativity and stress in the world, dentists are noticing more people clenching their jaws and grinding their teeth.
Periodontitis and the Body
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.
Sleep Apnea and Exercise
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.
Foods to Avoid for Great Oral Health in Children
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.
Quarantine May Complicate Oral Health Diagnoses
The quarantine for coronavirus is causing many people to put off visiting the dentist, potentially worsening some oral health problems.
Lupus and Gum Disease May Be Linked
A study has found a link between the autoimmune disease lupus and periodontal disease.
Oral Health and COVID-19
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.
Chewing Gum May Help Seniors
Seniors who experience dry mouth may benefit from exercises including chewing gum.
Updating Dental Work
Some dental work needs to be replaced to maintain its integrity and make sure the mouth stays healthy.
Don’t Resort to Braces By Mail During Quarantine
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.
What to Know When Considering Braces
Patients who are considering orthodontic treatment or braces should consider these things to help them make their decision.
Study Will Examine Effects of Cannabis on Indigenous People’s Oral Health
A new study in Canada will examine the effects of cannabis smoking on the oral health of indigenous people in Ontario.
Oral Health and Quarantine
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.
Water Flossing May Help Oral Health
A new study has revealed just how effective water flossing is at removing plaque and reducing gum inflammation.
Fluoride Lawsuit May Change Public Water Systems
A new lawsuit against the EPA aims to reduce or abolish the use of fluoride in public water systems.
Don’t Just Mask Bad Breath
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 Stress Ruin Oral Health
Don’t let stressful times get in the way of oral health and hygiene.
Treating Migraine or TMJ Dysfunction May Ease the Symptoms of Both
A new report says that treating temporomandibular joint dysfunction or migraine headaches may bring relief for both conditions.
CPAP Machines and COVID-19
A new study shows that the aerosolization produced by CPAP machines may make it easier to contract COVID-19.
Oral Hygiene and Coronavirus
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.
Home Remedies for TMJ Dysfunction Pain
With many patients on quarantine, TMJ dysfunction pain could be left untreated. Here are some solutions to treat these conditions at home.
Five Reasons to Get an Ultrasonic Toothbrush
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.
Beware These Enamel-Damaging Behaviors
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.
Beware These Social Media Oral Health Pitfalls
Social media is a great tool for staying connected to friends and family, but bad social media advice can damage that pearly-white smile.
Oral Health and Quarantine
With so many people home, we may have a lot of extra time on our hands. Use that time to improve oral health!
Sleep Apnea Increases Gestational Diabetes Risk
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.
What Is Epigenetic Dentistry?
Epigenetic dentistry is a specialized form of dentistry that grows the jaw to its optimal size. Here’s how it can help patients.
Protecting Against COVID-19
Follow these helpful steps to help contain the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Most important: Wash those hands!
Sleep Apnea May Increase Coronavirus Risk
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.
Bad Posture Can Worsen TMJ Symptoms
Poor posture can have an effect on the total body, including the temporomandibular joint. Learn more about treatment for poor posture and TMJD.
How the Sun Can Benefit Oral Health
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.
What Is Epigenetic Orthodontics?
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?
The Surprising Link Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and TMJD
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.
5 Signs a Child Needs Braces
Many parents wonder if their kids will need braces. Here are some signs to look out for while children are still young.
5 Bad Habits That Could Wreck Oral Health
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 Increases Stroke Risk
Gum disease is bad for your teeth and gums, but now new research has found that it may also cause stroke, too.
Six Tips for Preventing Bad Breath
Bad breath can strike anyone, but there are tips and tricks to stopping bad breath in its tracks!
It’s Time to Spring Clean That Mouth!
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…
Skip the Scalpel for the Ultimate Face-Lift
Want to look and feel young again, but don’t want to undergo the pain and recovery of a surgical face-lift? We have an alternative to surgery that can restore a youthful appearance and make you feel younger, too! We offer a dental face-lift as…
Can Dentistry Reverse Aging?
When you look at yourself in the mirror, do you look your age? Now, smile. Do you look older? Sometimes aesthetic flaws in your smile can affect your overall appearance, making you look older than you are. We believe your smile should make you…
The Hidden Side Effects of Smiling
“When you’re smilin’, when you’re smilin’The whole world smiles with youWhen you’re laughin’, when you’re laughin’The sun comes shinin’ through” These lyrics from Frank Sinatra’s “When You’re Smiling” are seemingly true. Have you noticed that when you smile, you make everyone around you smile,…
The Benefits of Smiling
How many times do you smile throughout the day? Probably way more than you realize. This is because when you feel content or happy, your body’s physical reaction is to smile or laugh. While it’s true that you can fake a smile or laugh…
Porcelain Veneers, Fact or Fiction?
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…
Camera Shy?
Did you know that smiling has both emotional and physical benefits? It can help reduce stress, improve your mood and even make you look younger. But what if you don’t like your smile because it is dark or discolored? If your smile has changed…
Protect Your Oral Health This Fall
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…
Do We Need a Sugar Tax?
“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…
Back to School Oral Health Tips
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…
COVID-19 And Your Oral Health
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…
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