School will be back in session before we know it, and more and more districts are requiring students to have a dental exam before beginning the year. “We can help spot and take care of any issues so your child…
Have you jumped on the LaCroix bandwagon? If so, you’re not alone. In just a few short years, the sparkling water drink has gone from a no-name beverage to cult status, and sales are booming. As more and more Americans…
Do you ever wonder why you wake up every morning with bad breath? Even if you brush the recommended two minutes, twice daily and floss regularly, you likely find that your morning breath is less than desireable. While this unpleasant…
New research further confirms the impact hormones can have on a women’s oral health. According to a recent Science Daily article, scientists at the University at Buffalo have concluded that estrogen treatment for osteoporosis may help prevent gum disease in…
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have recently discovered the key to a successful smile, and you may find it surprising. Historically, symmetry has often been credited with producing the most beautiful smile, but this new study, published in the…
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, has been safely used in sedation dentistry for over a century. It can be especially helpful with the treatment of children, who often have a difficult time tolerating most dental procedures. But with all of…
Can Gum Disease Cause a Stroke? According to an article from Health.com, adults diagnosed with gum disease could be twice as likely to suffer a stroke than those with healthy gums. While the study isn’t the first to connect brain…
When people hear “sedation dentistry,” laughing gas is typically what first comes to mind. Nitrous oxide, its formal name, is commonly used as a mild sedative in many dental procedures. While you can’t see or smell the gas, it is…
The history of dentistry just got a bit richer. According to a recent article from Science Daily, researchers at the University of Kansas have discovered multiple toothpick grooves and signs of other manipulations on teeth dating back 130,000 years. “As…
While there may not be an actual “Fountain of Youth” to help you live longer, there are a number of lifestyle choices you can make to help elongate your life. Eat a well-balanced diet, exercise regularly, get enough sleep, manage…
