Category Archives: Dental Health

May The Breath Be With You – Allergies, Asthma & Your Dental Health

Warm weather and sunshine finally may be here to stay for awhile! Although the weather is beautiful, asthma and allergy sufferers know that this time of year can wreak havoc on and exacerbate respiratory conditions. Did you know that along with the standard symptoms of congestion and irritation, respiratory conditions and allergies can also affect…

February is American Hearth Month. On this day dedicated to all things pertaining to love, we thought we'd throw a little love the way of our hearts! Many of us are aware of how important a healthy heart is and the seriousness of ailments such as cardiovascular diseases, which causes more than 30 percent of…

Almost 10% of the population in the United States has diabetes. That's 29.1 million people. Diabetes can have dramatic effects on your health and adversely affect your dental health. What is Diabetes? All the food we eat is turned to sugar and used for energy when digested by our bodies. When you have diabetes, your…

Resolve to Drink Water for Dental Health

January brings with it a fresh start, a renewed chance to get things in order. If you're a fan of resolutions or are just looking at small changes you can make to better your health in the new year, we have a clear choice - water! The Clear Choice Water is beneficial to our health in…

Trick-or-treating for candy goes hand-in-hand with Halloween. And then all that candy goes hand to mouth, getting chomped up by little teeth! With so much candy coming your way and your child's way over the next week or two, breaking down the worst of the offenders can help you steer clear of dental damage. Know Your…

Taking care of your dental health shouldn't give you a fright! We know some patients may be nervous about having dental work done but, with so many advancements in the field, it's time to rest easy! Laser Dentistry Whether you need a simple filling, laser decontamination, root canal therapy or a crown procedure, our laser will…

Are Your Genes to Blame for Tooth Decay?

In a recent study led by the J. Craig Venter Institute in La Jolla, CA, doctors and researchers analyzed the oral bacteria of twins to determine how nature vs. nurture comes into play. In other words, do genes or dental care and diet more directly result in tooth decay? Nature Vs. Nurture Researchers took swab samples of…

Hold this Barbecue Staple for Whiter Teeth this Summer

Summertime is the best time for relaxing at a barbecue with friends and family, making memories while you savor the delicious tastes of summer. But you might want to think twice when reaching for this common condiment if you want to keep your smile summer white! Hold the... If you want to keep your teeth…

Braces have been a rite of passage for so many children in the recent past. And although we've come a long way from the clunky silver we all grew up with, wearing braces can still require a huge adjustment for the wearer. But did you know there's another way to straighten teeth? Invisalign. Invisalign - A…

Water Does a Body – and Your Teeth – Good!

It's starting to get hot out there! With only more hot days out there on the horizon as we head into summer, it's important to stay hydrated. Before you reach for that thirst-quenching sports drink or juice for relief, read more about why water is the best choice to stay cool and hydrated. Keeps Your…