Dark Chocolate Has Some Benefits for Your Oral Health
It’s American Chocolate week which means that chocolate will get more than its usual share of attention. But good news for you chocolate lovers, dark chocolate may help your oral health. “Real” chocolate is a good source of polyphenols, natural chemicals that reduce oral bacteria. Polyphenols also act as neutralizers on microorganisms that trigger bad […]
Having Difficulty Sleeping? It May Be Teeth Related
It’s Sleep Awareness week! Did you know that it is estimated that sleep-related problems affect 50 to 70 million Americans of all ages? Sleep apnea is one of them. And some oral health issues can affect sleep quality such as: dry mouth, teeth grinding, and oral pain. Contact Young Family Dental today to learn what […]
How Does Oral Health Affect People with Kidney Disease?
March is National Kidney Month. Both tooth decay and gum disease can trigger infections that can cause complications for people with kidney disease. A minor infection for a healthy person is most likely a major problem for someone with kidney disease. Furthermore, a study in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology showed that people with kidney […]
How Did the Tooth Fairy Get Her Start?
February 28th is National Tooth Fairy Day. So, when did the legend of the tooth fairy begin? How do countries around the world celebrate the tooth fairy? Learn some fun ways to incorporate the tooth fairy into your child’s life when she loses a tooth. The History of the Tooth Fairy The origins of the […]
