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Brushing your teeth can feel a lot like driving a car—you’ve been doing it so long now you’re on autopilot every time you saddle up to the sink. But proper brushing takes more attention than most people give it.

Oral Cancer: 8 Signs You May be at Risk

Did you know nearly 150 Americans will be newly diagnosed with mouth cancers every day, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation? Most are found as late-stage cancers, with a death rate of about 43 percent at five years from diagnosis.

The Survival Guide to Wisdom Teeth

When it comes to your wisdom teeth, understanding when and why they may need to go is what’s most important to your oral health care. Wisdom teeth are a bit like the appendix—at one point necessary for our survival, but now no longer so useful.

Jumpstart your New Year’s Resolution for a Healthy Smile!

We all want a healthy, beautiful smile. Straight and unstained teeth are a desire for many of us.

The Psychology of Your Smile

A smile is so much more than just a set of teeth, and it’s much more powerful than you may think. In fact, psychological research has suggested that our smiles are the windows to our souls.

5 Sugarless Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Tis’ the season for sugary treats filling up stockings hung by the fire. As dental professionals, when we see that the majority of stocking stuffers on display in stores are sugary, sticky sweets, we can’t help cringe.

5 Ways to Lessen Holiday Stress

While the holidays may look a little different this year than in previous years, they’re still exciting nonetheless. However, one similarity, One thing that does remain the same is the holiday stress, which can be a major pain in the neck… and the teeth.

5 Tips For Healthier Gums

Healthy teeth start with healthy gums. One of the best ways to protect your oral health is to begin with the gums.

5 Ways to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

We’ve all experienced it. The brain fog, grogginess, short fuse, and tiredness that comes from a bad night’s sleep.

The Impact of Energy Drinks on Your Teeth

Fact: Sugary drinks damage teeth. We can’t imagine that this is shocking news.

Fun in the Sun: Dental Safety Tips for the Summer

Summer is officially here! While you are prepping for days spent by the pool, bike rides, and summer getaways, don’t forget that your oral health doesn’t take a break during the summer months.

The Perio Protect Method®

Our total health and ways of improving it have been in the front of many people’s minds recently. With the COVID pandemic still prevalent heading into the summer months, you may be wondering what additional steps you can take to help combat it.

The Denture Determinant

It’s estimated that 37.9 million US adults will need dentures in 2020, according to research in The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry.

Is it Safe to go to the Dentist during the COVID-19 Pandemic?

COVID-19 certainly caused a sudden and significant change in societal structure and day-to-day routines. With the quick and unexpected changes, the pandemic quickly shifted the way many people access health care – and dental care is no exception.

Importance of Multi-Vitamins & Your Overall Health

We eat right, exercise regularly, get a full night’s sleep and try to limit stress… all in the name of a balanced and healthy life. While all of these are important and necessary for maintaining a healthy body, sometimes we just need a little boost.

The Dental Downlow on High Blood Pressure

In the United States alone, there are an estimated 75 million people with high blood pressure, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.) While there are many ways to prevent and treat high blood pressure, it becomes more challenging when you also suffer from gum disease.

Experiencing Sleep Issues? Call Your Dentist!

An estimated 50-70 million US adults struggle with a sleep disorder, such as snoring and insomnia. Contrary to the common belief, sleep disorders, or sleep apnea, is not merely a snoring habit.

The Link Between Obesity & Oral Health

What Is Obesity? Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the excess that it may have an adverse effect on health, leading to increased health problems and reduced life expectancy.