Posts Tagged ‘dental health’
New Years Resolutions For Better Dental Health
Welcome to a new year filled with resolutions, goals, and, hopefully, new routines. As we move deeper into January, we can determine which habits may stick over the long haul. Hopefully, improved dental hygiene is part of your new routine. Maintaining your dental health is a lifelong, dedicated commitment. Below we will discuss the importance…
Read MoreLink Between Sleep Apnea And TMJ Disorder?
Have you ever experienced pain or clicking in your jaw? These symptoms are prevalent in a dental health disorder referred to as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). On the flip side, if you are also experiencing sleepiness during daytime hours, difficulty concentrating during the day, partner experiencing loud snoring, mood changes, or abrupt awakenings during…
Read MoreTop Reasons To Save Your Natural Teeth
Our natural teeth are one of the most important investments we can make in our lives. According to recent studies, about 24% of a group aged 22-36 said when polled that their natural teeth were the number one (1) thing they would like to preserve about their bodies as they get older. The correct…
Read MoreLink Between Dental Hygiene and Oral Cancer?
Oral cancer is cancer of the mouth and throat (larynx). Cancer is defined as the disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body. This abnormal collection of mutated cells can form a tumor. Oral cancer originates in the mouth and throat, but has the ability to spread to other…
Read MoreDentistry And Blood Thinners = Dangerous Mix?
Can A Gummy Smile Be Fixed?
A gummy smile is a smile that shows too much gum tissue. The goal of this cosmetic dentistry treatment is to create a more toothy smile. There are several treatment options for those with a gummy smile. Some surgical and some non-surgical. The presence of a gummy smile should not be considered an abnormal condition…
Read MoreYour Tongue As A Window To Your Health
The focus of oral health is almost always on the teeth and immediate surrounding tissues. But did you know your tongue can be an area of concern if not checked routinely? The tongue plays a vital role in speaking and eating properly. It can also provide clues to you and your dentist about your overall…
Read MoreTop 5 Habits Destroying Your Smile
Maintaining good dental hygiene is important for keeping a healthy smile. Keeping good habits is essential for this but keeping bad habits can ruin your hard work. Below are the top 5 bad habits destroying your smile. Top 5 Bad Dental Habits Not Flossing Regularly. Flossing at least once a day is critical to overall…
Read MorePoor Oral Health Linked To Liver Cancer?
Liver cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of your liver. Our liver is an organ that is about the size of a football. Your liver is located in the upper right portion of your abdomen. Your liver sits just beneath your diaphragm and above your stomach. Liver cancer is…
Read MoreHealthy Diet Equals Bright Smile
All the food and drinks that enter our body pass through our mouths and come in direct contact with our teeth. This means these foods and drinks have a direct impact on the health of your smile. A typical American diet can consist of processed foods loaded with sugar and highly acidic drinks (like soda…
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