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...]
Tips to Stop Stressing | Smile Symptoms of Stress
It’s Stress Awareness Month. Did you know that stress can affect all areas of your life? When it comes during the work day, stress can make you short with loved ones at home. It can keep you from losing sleep and make you eat more or less than you usually would. All these things … [Read more...]
Pass a Smile
Smiling has been scientifically proven to not only lift the mood of the person smiling, but those who see it as well. It can decrease stress, make friends and actually make you feel better – so why not start smiling now? Here’s a link to help you on your way: … [Read more...]
Defeating Dental Fear
Are you afraid of visiting the dentist? You may have the condition known as dentophobia. Parents with dentophobia may pass the same fear on to their children, possibly keeping them from getting routine dental check-ups that are important to promote healthy teeth and a lifetime of … [Read more...]
Go to Bed! Why? Your Mother Says So
May is National Better Sleep Month, so turn off that TV or computer and get to bed early. A lack of sleep can cause a host of health problems, and your teeth may suffer for it! Here’s what can happen to your health and your teeth if you don’t get enough … [Read more...]
