Browse Category: Dental
Published: February 27, 2012
You may often think of your oral health as something totally separate from your overall health. After all, you probably wouldn’t go to your dentist with questions about your heart, your migraine problems, or that indigestion you’ve been struggling with.
Published: January 19, 2012
Do you brush your teeth and floss as often as you should? I’ll tell you what, I’m pretty good at the brushing, but
flossing on a regular basis is not my strong suit . . . and my dentist will attest to this! Perhaps I should make that one of my New Year's Resollutions.
Published: November 10, 2011
Fluoride or No Fluoride . . . that is the question. No, we are not recommending dental hygiene practices via Shakespeare. Fluoride is a compound that has been shown to make teeth stronger and healthier, and over 75 percent of American communities have
fluoridated water. But is it really necessary?
Published: March 25, 2010
Most people know the value of Omega-3s. You may regularly eat foods rich in this wonder-nutrient to improve your overall health. Yet what is one outstanding fact about Omega-3s is that they have recently been reported to improve dental health and avoid dental-related diseases.
Published: February 22, 2010
February is National Children's Dental Health Month!If you see your dentist twice a year for professional cleanings and brush and floss twice a day, every day, you’re well on your way to maintaining optimal oral health for the rest of your life. But your efforts to preserve your pearly whites shouldn’t end there. Read on to find out how you can adjust your eating habits to give your teeth a healthy boost.
Published: January 04, 2010
Often the first thing someone notices about you is your smile. But, what if your smile isn’t as beautiful as you’d like it to be because of gingivitis (aka: gum disease)? Aside from the pain of this dental condition, there are the cosmetic effects that may put a damper on your first impressions. And while surgery is recommended for some cases, you may be able to improve your gingivitis with natural methods before taking such a drastic measure.
Published: October 15, 2009
You know that dental care is imperative to a beautiful smile – and that a beautiful smile makes an excellent first impression. Well-cared-for teeth tend to indicate a well-cared-for body. But now it is becoming much more common knowledge that there are many more benefits to good oral hygiene than just avoiding the dentist’s drill.
Published: March 01, 2009
Today xylitol chewing gum bolstered its position in the fight against the silent epidemic. The US Surgeon General has called tooth decay the "silent epidemic".
Published: December 07, 2008
Get rid of the pain of toothaches naturally. Try these home remedies to relieve that pain.
Published: December 04, 2008
An attractive smile is one with healthy white teeth and gums—but if you don’t take care of your oral health, that smile can quickly become less than beautiful. Protect your pearly whites and keep your smile camera-ready with this practical advice.
