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This time of year, when students are preparing to return to school, presents the perfect opportunity for checking to make sure your child’s oral health is up to par. Among school-aged children, dental decay is the most common chronic disease, and over 51 million hours of school time are lost each year due to this… Continue reading

A beautiful smile is a wonderful accessory to wear for any occasion. A bright, healthy smile is something that everyone notices and many people seek after. Teeth whitening is the most sought-after cosmetic dental treatment, with millions of Americans visiting the dentist to whiten their teeth each year. One of the best things about teeth… Continue reading

For the past three decades, we’ve all heard how important our dietary choices are for a healthy weight. We’ve been told to count calories, exercise more, and lay off the carbs for a healthy lifestyle. Yet, while the focus has been on how diet impacts your weight, there are more aspects of a healthy lifestyle… Continue reading

Unlike popular movies and TV shows in the 1940s, people today know that smoking is detrimental to their health. Millions of people worldwide have died or suffered long-term negative health consequences from smoking and tobacco use. While the number of people who smoke in 2021 has dramatically declined, there are still many smoke-related deaths and… Continue reading

Spring brings so much beauty to our world. Flowers are blooming, the grass is greening up, and trees are leafing out. Yet, with all of this beauty can come profound misery for those who suffer from seasonal allergies. If you’ve never given much thought to how allergy season can affect your oral health, keep reading… Continue reading

It is easy to put off a visit to the doctor or dentist when things are “going well.” You feel fine, you do not notice any concerns, and life is running smoothly. However, there are times when it is imperative for you to seek immediate attention. And, of course, it is always in your best… Continue reading

Tooth pain is something that should never be ignored. A toothache is an indicator that there is a severe problem going on inside your mouth. Tooth pain is a result of an infection or damage from inside the tooth. Pain associated with a toothache can be constant or intermittent, and factors such as temperature changes… Continue reading

You have probably heard many, many times that drinking water is important. Yet, do you know why? 60% of the human body is made up of water. For your bodily systems to function correctly, they need adequate hydration. Most people do not consume enough water each day. It is recommended that people drink at least… Continue reading

The stress of 2020 has been brutal, and it looks as though it will probably continue into 2021. Stress takes its toll on people in many different ways. Cases of mental illness have skyrocketed this year due to restrictions, lockdowns, and the loneliness that millions of people have suffered through. People have suffered in other… Continue reading