The mouth often serves as the first warning sign that there is a health issue elsewhere in the body. Today, we are discussing celiac disease, a serious autoimmune disease in which the immune system responds to the consumption of gluten (wheat, rye, barley) by attacking...
The internet is hopping with advice for do-it-yourself tricks on just about everything including dental care. When it comes to seeking information on the web, know the difference between medical facts and personal opinions. Assuming that everything you read is true and tested can lead...
Over the past few years, charcoal-based beauty and health care products have gained in popularity. In skincare products, activated charcoal has been touted for its ability to tackle toxins that cause acne and blackheads, giving skin a radiant look. In toothpaste, activated charcoal is said...
Have you put off a dental exam due to COVID-19 concerns? It is understandable if you have but consider that delaying preventive oral care or needed treatment may actually lead to bigger health issues. For example, untreated plaque buildup on our teeth can lead to...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It has been perhaps the most challenging year in recent history and now it is time to celebrate the joys of the season. Unwrap the chocolate, build the gingerbread house, prepare the potato latkes, and enjoy a...
In 2020 nearly 53,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer. Oral cancer starts in the mouth and can affect the lips, cheeks, tongue, gums, and roof of the mouth. Oropharyngeal cancer, or throat cancer, starts in the throat just behind the mouth....
Think of something really small like an ant. Now think of something even smaller like a spec of dirt. Take that spec of dirt and divide it in half, and then divide it in half again. Now, think smaller. There are many things in the universe...
When we hear ‘ultraviolet light’ we usually think of the sun. Ultraviolet light is what makes black-light posters glow in the dark, is responsible for summer tans, and plays a role in photosynthesis – creating oxygen and energy-rich components for plant growth. There are three...
Losing their first tooth can be exciting as well as a scary experience for a child. A child will start losing their teeth around six years of age, although some may lose teeth as early as four years or as late as 7-8 years. Your child will...
As a parent, you may wonder how to nurture positive feelings about oral hygiene with your children. Starting as early as possible helps to normalize the process of brushing and flossing in their minds. With the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is especially important to teach...
