ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
dentist news
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 isn’t as necessary as some believe. A review in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology concluded that “despite being widely advocated, it is noteworthy that the majority of […]
Multiple Medical Fields Unite to Combat Obesity
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 […]
Osteoporosis and Oral Health
Osteoporosis is a health concern that many older men and women face, and researchers have found that it can have a significant effect on your oral health. Osteoporosis can affect any bone in the body, causing it to lose density and increasing the risk of fracture. More than 53 million people in the United States […]
Your Teeth Whitening Options
Studies have shown that the one attribute that makes the strongest impression upon meeting someone new is the smile. That means that a less than dazzling grin could hinder you from putting your best foot forward in social and professional settings. If your teeth are stained and yellow from everyday wear and tear, you may […]
Diabetes and Dental Care
***UPDATED: January 29, 2016*** According to a recent Medscape article, 70% of adults visit the dentist each year, while only 20% of them visit a medical provider in the same time frame. This gives dentists a unique opportunity to identify systemic diseases, like diabetes, that present themselves in the mouth and may otherwise go unnoticed. […]
When Should I Call My Dentist?
Most people are aware that bi-annual visits to the dentist are recommended for optimal oral health. That means that twice a year, you should be taking a trip to your dental office for a professional cleaning and exam. But are you aware about the other times that a dental appointment is appropriate? Here’s a list […]
Stress in Expectant Mothers May Influence Oral Health in Offspring
There have been several health risks for newborns associated with maternal stress during pregnancy. Low birth weight and risk of asthma and allergies are just a few, but a new study has identified a new concern: a risk for dental caries. Tooth decay is the #1 chronic childhood illness in the United States with approximately […]
Tobacco and Tooth Loss
It’s fairly common knowledge that using tobacco products is bad for your oral (and overall) health, but a recent study confirms just how bad smoking is in terms of tooth loss. The research was published in the Journal of Dental Research and results from a long-term longitudinal study of the EPIC Postdam cohort in Germany. […]
Insights Into Dental Anxiety
***UPDATED: November 30, 2015*** A recent study has confirmed that cognitive behavioral therapy can help with a range of psychological problems, including the reduction of dental anxiety. The study was published in the British Dental Journal and included the analysis of 130 patients who attended a psychologist-led CBT clinic. Participants were assessed prior to the […]
Survey Shows Seniors Lack Proper Dental Care
Access to proper dental care is an issue for many Americans, but a recent survey singled out one demographic that could be at the most risk for developing oral disease. The study found that the older adult population in the U.S. has particular difficulty in receiving care, especially those in the low-income category, with many […]
Monday - Thursday
08:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday
Closed.