Winter is quickly approaching, and with it comes the season of sickness. During the winter months, many people suffer from common ailments such as the common cold, flu, bronchitis, and even pneumonia. Did you know that there are close connections between some of these illnesses and your oral health and hygiene? For example, a recent […]
Open enrollment for 2015 federal health benefits begins in just a couple of short weeks, and millions of Americans will be changing or adding health insurance for themselves and their families. Most health insurance plans expire at the end of the calendar year. If you’ve enrolled in a 2014 Marketplace plan, you will need to […]
***UPDATED: December 10, 2015*** The American Dental Association (ADA) and the Academy of General Dentistry have both released statements opposing the recent approval of the accreditation process for dental therapy education programs by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). According to a recent article from The Dental Tribune, those in favor of the step believe […]
November is American Diabetes Month, sponsored by the American Diabetes Association. The vision of the Association is a diabetes free life, free of the countless burdens that accompany the disease that is spreading rampantly around the country. The main goal of the initiative is to raise awareness and to focus America’s attention on to the […]
***UPDATED: October 13, 2015*** A new literature review recently published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology confirms a significant link between the consumption of sugary beverages and a number of health conditions. Scientists were able to conclude that by drinking one or two servings a day of such drinks can raise the […]
When tooth decay isn’t treated and damage is done to the point where salvage isn’t likely, root canal treatment is often suggested. During a root canal, a dentist removes the pulp from the center of a tooth and then fills the pulp cavity. This prevents or treats a painful infection and the spread to other […]