pandemic

The Pandemic’s Toll on Teeth

The pandemic has not been easy on any of us, whether we have gotten ill, cared for an ill loved one, are a front-line worker, or have been given extra responsibilities at home with our children. No matter our individual situation, it’s easy to say that it’s been difficult for […]

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COVID-19 Could Cause TMJ Issues

In the past year, we have learned a lot about the COVID-19 virus and what it does to the body while you have it. Unfortunately for some, there appear to be lingering side effects that continue long after the virus has left the body, including lung damage, and in some […]

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Pandemic Stress and Oral Health

2020 has been a year unlike any other, with most of us still experiencing major lifestyle changes that show no signs of going back to the way things used to be. Naturally, these changes have caused us a lot of anxiety and stress. From dealing with new restrictions to the […]

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Periodontitis and COVID-19

With the winter cold and flu season headed our way and the country still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are doing all they can to stay healthy. From extra handwashing to the use of sanitizers and face coverings, taking extra measures to stay safe during the […]

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Oral Health Care During Illness

With the world in the midst of a global pandemic and cold and flu season right around the corner again, it’s important to know how to take care of our oral health when we’re not feeling well. While you might think it’s obvious, reports from around the globe about worsening […]

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Dentists See Spike in Oral Health Problems During Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has altered the way many of us live our lives, maybe even forever. From wearing masks in public to working from home, many of us have had our daily routines disrupted in ways we may never have thought possible a year ago. But while some of these […]

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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.