Handwashing: How Does it Relate to Oral Health?
December is a great time to learn more about the connection between handwashing and oral health because of National Handwashing Awareness Week. Keeping your hands clean is one of the most important things you can do for your overall — and oral — health. We’re sure you’ve heard plenty of times how to properly wash […]
Comparing Dentures and Bridges for Missing or Damaged Teeth
When you have damaged or missing teeth it has a significant impact on your health and your self-esteem. A smile is often one of the first things someone will notice about you, but having healthy teeth and gums also ensures that you can chew and speak properly. Unfortunately we only get one set of adult […]
The Scary Connection Between Oral Health and Chronic Disease
It’s a spooky season, and not just because of the ghosts and ghouls known for roaming the streets in late October. It’s also a time when kids (and sometimes teens and adults) head out to collect loads of sugary treats, and the rest of us who aren’t trick-or-treating still find plenty of opportunities to snack […]
Halloween Strategies to Avoid Cavities
This year’s spookiest night is likely to look a little different than years past, but even with COVID-19 restrictions, many parents report that they will probably buy candy for kids who won’t be able to get as much from trick-or-treating, while others have devised creative ways to protect kids and parents from coronavirus risks while […]