American Diabetes Month takes place each November and is a time to come together as a community to Stop Diabetes. Here are just a few of the recent statistics on diabetes: Total: An estimated 34.2 million people have diabetes (10.5 percent of the U.S. population). Diagnosed: An estimated 26.9 million people of all ages have …
With Fall right around the corner, sports teams with resume and the stress of the school year will again begin. I recommend wearing a mouth guard for both adults and children to help protect the mouth from injury due to grinding during sports and/or at night. Anyone who plays contact sports such as football, boxing, …
Yes, you read it right! Now Invisalign is offering their state of the art technology for teens. At first I thought it was a crazy idea too….. teens keeping up with clear trays on a daily much less hourly basis? But according to the Invisalign research teens are actually more compliant wearing the invisible aligners …
Now that summer is here, camps and vacations make is difficult to limit our kids ’sugary snacks and monitor their brushing habits. Here are some fact about cavities to keep in mind during these long, hot days of summer. 1. Sugar Is the Prime Cause of Cavities True and False. In reality, it’s the acid …
Oral Cancer Bites! Regular Visits to a Dentist Provide Early Detection Approximately 42,000 people in the US will be newly diagnosed with oral cancer this year. The good news is that dentists are trained to detect signs of oral cancer during routine examinations. Early detection provides the best opportunity for a cure. Sadly, only half …
No more messy impressions, bothersome temporaries or second appointments! One of the most cutting edge advances is the inclusion of the CAD/CAM (also known as Same-Day Dentistry) technology in dentistry. The CAD in this technology stands for “computer-assisted design,” and the CAM for “computer-assisted manufacture.” Together, they translate into fewer dental visits to complete procedures …
Once again, we are celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month. Establishing regular brushing routines and making brushing fun again is imperative to the success of your child’s dental health. Here are some tips: Have 4 Minutes of Fun Don’t just set a timer and supervise – make brushing twice a day for two minutes an …
Smiling Makes Us Attractive We are drawn to people who smile. There is an attraction factor. We want to know a smiling person and figure out what is so good. Frowns, scowls and grimaces all push people away — but a smile draws them in. Smiling Changes Our Mood Next time you are feeling down, …
Mother-in-law coming in for Christmas….ornery uncle here for the holidays? The holidays are a time of year when blood pressure can become an issue. However, it’s not just special occasions when we realize that our blood pressure should be checked. At least once a month I have a patient who comes in for their regular …
November is American Diabetes Month. The American Diabetes Association joins with the 29 million Americans with diabetes to raise awareness and to create a sense of urgency about this growing public health crisis. Here are some pertinent questions regarding diabetes and your oral health. IS THERE AN ASSOCIATION BETWEEN GUM DISEASE AND DIABETES? For the …
