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Lower Risk of Oral Cancer Linked to Flossing, Dentist Visits

October 11, 2021 Sonja Deines

Researchers have discovered that people who don’t floss daily are more likely to develop oral cancer. Learn more to protect your health:

Did you know that flossing daily and seeing the dentist twice a year can reduce your risk of developing oral cancer? Flossing is an important oral health habit that promotes a healthy mouth and body. Yet, only 30% of Americans floss daily, despite the health benefits. Many … [Read more...]

Clinic and Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Idaho, Oral Health

Beat the Thanksgiving Guilt – Healthier Thanksgiving Side Options

October 11, 2021 Sonja Deines

Looking for healthier Thanksgiving sides this year? Check out these delicious and nutritious side dishes that are good for your teeth and body.

Thanksgiving dinner is the one time each year we justify eating until our pants can’t button. Unfortunately, we aren’t filling up with healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables. Instead, the Thanksgiving dinner table is usually full of fat, salt, and sugar. Avoid Thanksgiving … [Read more...]

Health and Fitness, Idaho, Oral Health, Recipes and Nutrition

Pumpkin Spice Fever? We Have the Cure!

September 27, 2021 Sonja Deines

Don’t ignore your pumpkin spice fever for the sake of your smile! Instead, try the following homemade recipe for a healthier alternative to your autumn addiction.

Fall means more than crisp air and crunchy leaves — it also means pumpkin spice lattes!  We love warming up with this seasonal favorite, but the version found at most coffee shops doesn’t quite cozy up to teeth. This autumn treat is loaded with sugar — up to 50 grams per … [Read more...]

Health and Fitness, Idaho

Safely Using Colored Contacts This Halloween

September 10, 2021 Sonja Deines

Colored contacts should ALWAYS come with a prescription. If you choose non-prescription colored contacts, there could be frightening - and painful - consequences!

Are you thinking of adding a little extra pizzazz to your costume this Halloween? Colored contacts are available in red, white, cat eye, and, really, any color you can think of are a fun way to complete your look. But, before you buy, make sure you’re properly using colored … [Read more...]

Clinic and Provider Tips, Health and Fitness, Idaho

Recipe: Quick Pumpkin Pudding

August 9, 2021 Sonja Deines

To avoid the sugar and starch often found in pumpkin pie, try this festive sugar-free recipe for pumpkin pudding.

Pumpkin is a staple of the season and a super good source of vitamin A for gum health and enamel strength. To avoid the sugar and starch often found in pumpkin pie, try this festive sugar-free recipe for pumpkin pudding. Quick Pumpkin Pudding Ingredients: 1 package … [Read more...]

Health and Fitness, Idaho, Recipes and Nutrition

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