Pregnancy is a time of great change, and the change can include your dental health. The possibility of tooth decay is greatly increased during pregnancy, partially because of common pregnancy cravings and a lack of energy (no toothbrushing before bed). Morning sickness can … [Read more...]
Reduce your alcohol consumption for better oral health
Three in 10 adults drink at levels that put them at risk for developing alcoholism (pdf), liver disease and other problems. Approximately 18 million people in the U.S. suffer from the disease of alcoholism. Scary, right? If you are among the millions of Americans who drink … [Read more...]
Alcohol free weekend
This weekend is the National Alcohol Free Weekend (April 4 to April 6). The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence has issued a challenge for everyone to abstain from alcohol for a 3-day period. The main goal of this weekend is to set a good example for young adults; … [Read more...]
Getting Heart Healthy to Help Your Teeth
According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one killer in the U.S. for both men and women. With statistics like that, now is the perfect time to start looking for ways to reduce our chances of developing the disease. Taking care of our mouths is an … [Read more...]
Are you drinking too much sugar?
When 3 p.m. rolls around, are you reaching for an energy drink to keep you productive for the rest of the day? If so, you’re not alone. Dentists are seeing an increase of patients that have dental decay but have no idea why. After a review of diet and oral health habits, we are … [Read more...]
