Imagine a scenario where you’re on one of the greatest dates of your life – delicious dinner, attractive companion (whom you seem to be highly compatible with), great atmosphere, etc. The night is coming to a close and you realize you will probably have to kiss your date goodnight.’ Now the dinner you just consumed […]

There are several good reasons to get an oral piercing. Maybe it’s particularly flattering on your face. Maybe it helps develop your look and style more completely. There’s no denying that it’s an excellent form of self-expression, and a sure way to set yourself apart. But what are you getting into, specifically health-wise, when committing […]

Researchers at the University of Copenhagen were interested in targeting groups of people most at risk for poor oral health and motivating them in a new way. The team of researchers had recognized that national campaigns promote a one-sided form of communication. The public is being talked at instead of spoken with about dental health. […]

Dental health is important for everyone, including children. A visit to a dentist can be a scary and anxiety provoking experience for a child. This is true regardless of if it is a first experience or a repeat trip (particularly if prior trips did not go well). How can parents prepare their children for a […]

Expecting a baby is an exciting time in life. Perhaps you had dental work planned or you are in need of dental work. Should you continue with your dental work during pregnancy? The answer is yes. Pregnancy causes a lot of changes in a woman’s body both physically and chemically. There is a link between […]

Today’s older adults are keeping their teeth longer than ever. We used to believe that tooth loss was just a part of old age, and that preventing it was out of our power. We now understand that maintaining oral hygiene throughout life and a diet filled with healthy foods and nutrients can prevent many of […]

A Look Back 50 years ago Dr. Luther Terry published a report that warned against the use of tobacco. While the dangers of smoking are well known to us today, at the time the report was groundbreaking. It made direct connections between smoking and lung cancer, and was the first official report to do so. […]

Many people think that if they don’t brush their teeth or take poor care of their gums, that only their mouth will be affected. Some may even think, It’s okay. Cosmetic dentists can give me a new smile. While that is true about great cosmetic dentistry, poor oral health affects much more than a person’s […]

Everyone loves a nice smile. Most people do what they can to keep their smile as white as it can be. A session for teeth whitening with Zoom! can be hundreds of dollars. Over the counter whitening products are cheaper, but what are the risks of using these products? Is it worth the savings? While […]

January is National Children’s Dental Health Month! This month is, at least partially, dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of maintaining dental health through pregnancy, attending to the dental health of young children and instilling within them a respect for the importance of dental health. The Center For Medicare and Medicaid Services is offering […]