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In addition to celebrating Valentine's Day this month, February is also American Heart Month. That's why we recommend having a heart for your smile! Research shows a strong connection between your ora
The good news is that the positive effects of proper oral care can extend far beyond your smile. The bad news is that the painful effects of not taking proper care of your teeth can impact the rest of
Researchers are discovering a strong connection between gum disease and dementia. Recent studies found that the plaque associated with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) may be produced in direct response to gu
You’ve probably heard the saying, “laughter is the best medicine.” Laughing may indeed benefit your health, and the same is true for smiling. Read on to learn some interesting facts about smiling and
Here’s a little known fact few dentists like to share: even when you stay on top of your oral health care at home, you can still have oral health issues. That’s because other factors might be contribu
There is a long list of issues that threaten the health and overall wellbeing of women. Sometimes, it seems easier to ignore all of the potential issues and just hope for the best. Unfortunately, stic
By now, you realize that menopause changes your body in many ways. However, one change that you might not expect is menopause and dental health. From hormones and gum recession to menopause sensitivit
Congratulations! You are expecting a baby and all the beautiful things that come with it. You probably are also expecting that your pregnancy hormones will cause emotional outbursts and crazy food cra
When it comes to diagnosing a disease, you may have to look no further than the spit in your very own mouth. With current research exploring the use of oral DNA in saliva as a diagnostic tool for oral
Inflammation is a natural part of the immune system’s response to an injury or threat. Inflammatory cells serve an important purpose when it comes to the healing process and even work to remove toxins
Diabetes is a medical condition that affects how the body processes blood sugar, also referred to as glucose. Glucose is critical to the human body since cells use it as an energy form and it is the b
