From vending machines to healthy cafeteria food, school nutrition is a hot topic. And it should be—children consume approximately 50% of their ...
Category Adult Oral Health
Tips for Nighttime Teeth Grinders
Are you gnashing while you sleep? If you wake up with a headache or a sore jaw, chances are you’re guilty of grinding your teeth. Here are some ...
Are X-rays Safe During Pregnancy?
Dental X-rays are extremely safe, emitting one of the lowest amounts of radiation—comparable to that of a short airplane flight. But what if ...
Diabetes and Your Oral Health
Oral health and overall health are connected in many ways – many general health issues have oral health complications. On the flip side, poor ...
Colds and Oral Health
The season of germ sharing is well underway. If your household is like most, it is a domino effect with colds passing between children and ...
Why Do Cavities Hurt?
When your dentist says you have a cavity, it isn’t good news. Sometimes you might not know it is there, and other times you might feel it. So, ...
5 Things That Yellow Teeth
Yellow is usually considered a happy color – sunshine, buttercups, and daffodils are guaranteed to put smiles on most faces. When it comes to ...
Oral Health, Wellness, and Smiles: Apps for All
Our top 3 apps for oral health and wellness:
UV Safety Month: Don’t Overlook Oral Health
It’s UV Safety Month – a great time to remember that it’s essential to protect skin from the sun’s rays. When you’re outside this summer, ...
Dental Emergencies and How to Prepare
The warm summer weather inspires people to get outside to enjoy swimming and sports. While fun, these activities also have the potential to cause ...