dental health


5 Smart Tips to Overcome Dental Anxiety

​About 20 percent of patients simply dread visiting the dentist, according to WebMD. As sad as this makes us (because we love helping our patients so much!), we understand. For many …

Dental Health and Aging

The body experiences many changes as we age. These changes aren’t just seen on our skin or felt inside our body – they are also experienced in the mouth. Sometimes …

What Oral Health Does to Overall Health

​About 52 percent of the global population suffers from about 291 different oral diseases. According to the FDI World Dental Federation, dental caries, or cavities, account for about 44 percent …

Dental Health Tips for Seniors

Maintain good dental health is critical at any age, especially considering your dental health is connected to your overall health. The greatest fear for most seniors is the possibility of …

Are Dental X-rays OK During Pregnancy?

​Pregnancy is both an exciting and challenging period for moms-to-be, with the body going through a lot of changes. This means that for generations moms-to-be have been told to take …

Preventing Dental Problems

Your smile is the prettiest thing you can wear. It shows your happiness, confidence and self-esteem. Understanding how important it is to keep your smile in the best condition possible …

Don’t Be a Stranger!

​You have probably heard plenty about the importance of dental visits, but what many people don’t know is exactly why these appointments are so critical to not only their oral …

Which State Has the Worst Dental Health?

A fascinating new study from WalletHub has compared all 50 states using over 25 different dental wellness indicators to determine which states have the best and worst dental health.  Although …

Could a Focus on Dental Health Help with Childhood Obesity?

Concern surrounding the weight of America’s children is nothing new. However, a thesis by a graduate student in Sweden could provide a new insight into how to overcome the ever-rising …