When it comes to our kids’ oral health, many parents are diligent and watch their children’s oral hygiene habits like a hawk. From help with brushing and flossing to regular dental appointments for routine cleanings, x-rays, and exams, parents today are on their A game, so to speak. But what […]
Oral Health
Did you know that oral health during pregnancy is especially important? That’s because pregnancy hormones can cause inflammation of the gums and pregnant women can develop gingivitis more easily than they might be they not pregnant. Worse yet, this can happen even if the woman already has excellent oral hygiene! […]
If you have certain heart conditions or are at higher risk for infective endocarditis, there are new guidelines for whether or not you should be prescribed antibiotics prior to some oral health procedures. Patients with congenital heart disease (both adults and children), patients who have undergone valve repair and /or […]
Millions of people around the world enjoy an occasional glass of their favorite alcoholic beverage. But for some, drinking can become problematic- especially during the pandemic. In fact, a new study has found that alcohol consumption has increased during the pandemic, by rates of 60 percent. A staggering 46 percent […]
Many people who come into the office and are diagnosed with gum disease wonder what they can do to reverse gum disease and make their gums healthy again. While there are varying degrees of gum disease, it’s not always possible to eliminate advanced-stage gum diseases like periodontal disease or periodontitis. […]
School. It’s a place for kids to learn, grow, socialize, and in some communities, receive dental care. Dental care is especially vital in growing children for many reasons, including teaching them a lifetime of excellent oral health skills, but did you know it can also prevent absence and save millions […]
If you suffer from diabetes, you know all too well the struggles that many diabetics face. This sometimes debilitating illness causes the need for major lifestyle changes, but thankfully can often be controlled with intervention such as medications, diet and, exercise. Diabetes is a serious condition where the body struggles […]