A simple smile can have a pretty powerful effect. Did you know that by forcing yourself to smile, you can actually boost your mood? Speaking of boosting, a smile can also boost your immune system, improving your physical health. They’re…
There’s a new brand of toothpaste being developed, and it may change the dental care world as we know it. Chances are, you’re still using the same brand of toothpaste that you grew up with. And while several varieties of…
As National Children’s Dental Health Month comes to a close, let’s start a discussion about one of the most talked about childhood disorders: autism. Autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability that generally appears before the age of 3. It usually…
According to a recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), periodontal disease is most prevalent among ethnic minorities, specifically the Hispanic population. Because these findings have a direct impact on our immediate community, we’re taking notice.…
There are several traits that you can pass along to your kids. They can get your eyes, your hair color, and even the shape of your nose. But did you know that your positive behaviors can also be passed along…
***UPDATED: July 20, 2015*** According to a recent article from the American Dental Association, the United States Senate unanimously approved legislation that would authorize oral health screenings for seniors under the Older Americans Act. “For the first time since the…
Most of us are very aware about any extra weight that we carry around our midsections, doing whatever we can to avoid having flabby abs. But are you worried about having flabby gums? Well according to a recent, Science Daily…
***UPDATED: September 26, 2017*** Last week, the president of the American Dental Association (ADA), Gary L. Roberts, sent a letter to members of Congress urging them to support the Action for Dental Health Act of 2017. According to a recent…
The word is out: sugar isn’t good for your teeth or your waistline. According to a recent Colgate article, table sugar, also known as sucrose, has a whopping 16 calories per teaspoon and is found in several food and drink…
Chewing Gum Health Effects Are you a gum chewer? Whether you enjoy blowing bubbles or use the sticky stuff to keep from snacking, you’re gum habit is also doing something pretty spectacular for your body: improving your oral health. According…
