The month of June symbolizes many things: summer, warm weather, cookouts, swimming and more. Could all the fun activities have played a part in June being recognized as National Smile Month? We don’t know for sure, but it is a happy coincidence! National Smile Month is a … [Read more...]
National High Blood Pressure Education Month: Tips for Lowering Blood Pressure
Diabetes, high blood pressure, and the possibility of a stroke are all serious health concerns that can arise from obesity. Now for the surprising part: your oral health also suffers as a result of obesity. There's a link between periodontal (gum) disease and obesity, and obesity … [Read more...]
Better Sleep Month: Sleep your way to better teeth
Do you like to sleep? I know I do. When I found out that sleeping less than 8 hours a night could make gum disease worse, I committed on the spot to going that extra mile and sleeping longer. Researchers say if you sleep less than 6 hours a night, you could be hurting your … [Read more...]
It’s Earth Day! Put your toothbrush to work for the planet
As we celebrate Earth Day, here’s a shout out to your trusty toothbrush, the intrepid tool that works hard to get rid of nasty food particles stuck on and between your teeth. But unfortunately, your toothbrush doesn’t last forever. It needs to be replaced every 3-4 months, … [Read more...]
Teething: How to help with all the crying (and your child’s pain too)
Teething is the process when the first set of teeth, called the primary teeth or baby teeth, erupt from beneath the gums of your infant. This usually starts at the 6-month mark, and continues until the age of 3. Within this time, your child will have developed the entire set of … [Read more...]
