We are in the business of smiles, but did you know dental care needs vary by age? Before being outpaced by Millennials, Baby Boomers were once the largest generation of our time. Born between 1946 and 1964, Boomers are now at an age where their...
Friendly-faced and welcoming, the dental hygienist is often the first person you'll meet on your journey to a healthier smile. They play a crucial role in maintaining oral health and acting as the bridge between the dentist and the patient. What is a Dental Hygienist? Dental hygienists...
Do you wake up tired, with a headache, or sore jaw? If you answered ‘yes’ you may be experiencing teeth grinding. Over 25 million adults in the U.S. grind their teeth at night. Grinding can have long-term consequences but there is a simple solution that...
Prescribed medications serve a purpose to help us manage a disease, ease pain, or heal from injury. In 2021, the Health Policy Institute reported that about 66% of U.S. adults were taking at least one prescription drug per day. More than 260 million users take...
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...
Remember the game where someone would whisper a sentence in your ear, then you told someone, then they told someone, and by the time it came back around it was completely inaccurate and exaggerated? This is the case with root canals. For those of us...
There are some celebrities that make the rumpled bed head hairstyle look good. Rod Stewart. Mick Jagger. We know them for their voices and iconic songs as much as we do for their signature looks. But when your toothbrush develops a bad case of bed...
In our continuing series on the impact of dental health to systemic diseases, this month we are discussing the direct link between periodontal disease and diabetes. It is well-documented within scientific and medical communities that a committed dental care routine can positively affect glycemic control....
Fall is here, and Winter is shortly approaching. We welcome the beauty of autumn-colored leaves and coolness of freshly fallen. But there is another season lurking around; one we try to avoid – cold and flu season. Starting in November, cold and flu season can...
We often know the answer to a question before asking but are hoping for a different response that aligns with what we want versus what we know is best. For example, we know it is recommended to have our teeth cleaned every six months, but...
