The new year is quickly approaching and many have started considering what goals they will resolve to achieve. Losing weight and getting fit is definitely a top choice, but did you know that another effective way of improving your overall wellness is by committing to better oral health habits? The mountain of evidence linking oral […]
Tooth Loss an Early Marker for Decline Later in Life
A new study from the United Kingdom has further shown how oral health is closely linked to overall well being, especially in relation to older adults. The research, recently published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society and discussed in a Medical News Today article, was conducted by a team from University College London, […]
In dentistry, prevention is key with many oral health conditions being completely avoidable with proper care and attention. With that in mind, a recent study brings great news to the dental industry. According to a Medline Plus article, research shows an increase in the number of young adults that are using certain types of preventative […]
The new year is quickly approaching and many minds have already started thinking about resolutions. One of the most common resolutions among Americans is to quit smoking, which everyone at Miami Dental Sedation Spa thinks is awesome! Did you know that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 42.1 million people […]
Did you know that your smile is often the first characteristic someone notices when they meet you for the first time? And because it is as easy as ever to whiten your teeth, enhancing your best attribute is as simple as taking a quick trip to the pharmacy or your favorite dentist. Using teeth whitening […]
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 […]
***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 […]
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: 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 […]
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 […]