The Oral Health Habits of the Baby Boomer Generation
***UPDATED: October 30, 2013*** While Obamacare is expected to help millions of Americans purchase health insurance for the first time, dental insurance is not included in the health care reform law. Studies have shown that people who have dental insurance are more likely to get regular dental care, but unfortunately, only about 2% of older […]
Millions of Americans are affected by some form of oral disease, and most cases are considered preventable. Individuals who do not follow a consistent, effective oral hygiene routine, including brushing twice a day and flossing regularly, put themselves at a much greater risk of developing a health problem. Many also avoid going to the dentist, […]
With the month of August quickly approaching, many families are beginning to think about back to school season. Shopping for school supplies, fall fashions, and even dormitory furnishings are just a few examples of how parents and college students spend the last few weeks of summer. While busy running around from Target to Macy’s, most […]
***UPDATED November 30, 2013*** It’s no secret that the new healthcare law, The Affordable Care Act, has stirred a lot of controversy nationwide. The country is torn over the concept of universal healthcare, but whether you’re for it or against it, one thing most people have in common is that they are confused by it. […]
Got milk? According to a recent Science Daily article, and now probably most dentists, you should never be too far from the nearest dairy source. New research out of the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry claims that consuming a glass of milk after eating sugary cereal might help reduce the risk of […]
It has been said that the mouth is the window to a person’s health. Because oral health is so closely connected to overall wellness, experts have theorized that doctors could gather a wealth of information by examining a patient’s oral health status and habits. This hypothesis is what led researchers at National Taiwan University to […]