Obesity is possibly the largest health concern facing the United States, and dozens of American health advocates recently met to discuss a plan to attack the issue. According to a recent Medscape article, representatives from 35 medical organizations, including nonprofit groups and insurance companies, gathered in Gainesville, Florida last month to talk about the topic […]
To floss, or not to floss? Is it really a question?
Have you heard the news? According to a prominent dental source (and several media outlets subsequently), the benefits of flossing may have been grossly exaggerated, and apparently it isnโt as necessary as some believe. ย A review in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology concluded that โdespite being widely advocated, it is noteworthy that the majority of […]
Have you heard of water pipe smoking? Commonly referred to as a hookah, smoking tobacco from a water pipe is a growing trend in the United States with 2.3 million Americans partaking in pipe smoking. According to a recent article from the Dental Tribune, many believe that this form of tobacco use is less harmful […]
As the relationship between oral and overall health is put in the spotlight more and more, people are starting to recognize how important it is to practice a good oral hygiene routine on a regular basis. Visiting your dentist is a critical piece in that routine, but the success of reaching and maintaining good oral […]
At one time or another, many of us will experience the difficulty of losing a permanent tooth. Whether itโs due to severe tooth decay, gum disease, a failed root canal or an unfortunate accident, the loss of a tooth can have lasting effects on your entire mouth, and your ego. If the empty space in […]
Did you know that the day after Thanksgiving is National Floss Day? In addition to getting some of the best shopping deals of the year, the Friday after Turkey Day is a great opportunity to brush up on your flossing skills and get some of that leftover feast out from between your teeth. While most […]