The New Year is always a good time to revisit our goals for adopting a healthy diet and maintaining good oral health is a goal we should all be striving to achieve each and every day. Not only does this help us to feel like our best selves; but having good oral health also reduces our risk...
The New Year is a popular time to make new commitments to a healthier lifestyle. We’re here to help you make a dental health resolution that will contribute to your overall wellness. Statistics suggest that 40% of Americans will make New Year’s resolutions, yet only 8% will keep them. Adopting better dental habits is an...
Summer Dental Care: Long, fun, indulgent and carefree days are what summer is all about, but that doesn't mean your oral health routine has to suffer.
Flossing is an essential practice in taking care of your teeth and gums, and The American Dental Association (ADA) has long recommended cleaning between your teeth once a day. As we all know, life is busy, and some aspects of our oral health routine can take a back seat to the demands of daily life....
We all need to maintain a healthy oral health routine to prevent plaque from forming on our teeth, but research suggests that those with diabetes are especially vulnerable to gum disease (periodontitis). In a study published in The Journal of Clinical Periodontology, researchers found, “Poor periodontal health is associated with worsening of glycemic control and...
Gum Disease and Diabetes - Know The Risks. People who have diabetes know the disease can harm the eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart and other important systems in the body. Did you know diabetes can also cause problems in your mouth? People with diabetes are at special risk for periodontal or gum disease, an infection of the gum and bone that hold the teeth in place.
