For millions of kids around the country, today marks one of the highlights of the year. Itโs Halloween!!! Itโs one of the only days that dressing up is encouraged for all, and, even on a school night, kids get to hang out with their friends and roam the neighborhood. For free candy. It doesnโt get […]
Millions of Americans suffer from dental-related anxiety, or dental phobia. For some, visiting the dentist can be completely paralyzing, fear of needles, drills, or the unknown taking over. Many of those who experience dental anxiety simply avoid visiting the dentist, sometimes for years on end. While it may seem like a better idea to stay […]
Itโs no secret that smoking is a bad habit that has long-lasting, sometimes fatal, consequences. In fact, cigarette smoking is responsible for more than 480,000 deaths per year in the United States alone. Thatโs about 1,300 deaths every day! Smoking takes an average of 10 years off a personโs life, never mind the extraordinary cost […]
Nearly everyone is the United States carries health insurance. It is the law after all. But dental insurance is a different story. According to the executive director of the National Association of Dental Plans, Evelyn Ireland, only about 64% of Americans have dental insurance. She recently told CBS News that most have coverage through work […]
Oral Health Issues of Aging Americans Addressed on Capitol Hill
On October 4, the topic of oral health issues facing older adults was the topic of conversation at an event held by Research!America on Capitol Hill. The not-for-profit organization is the largest public education and advocacy alliance of its kind in the county, committed solely to making research to improve health a higher national priority. […]
October is here, and that can only mean one thing...Halloween season is upon us! Kids are pulling together costumes to assume the roles of their favorite super heroes/sports figures/princesses and parents are stocking up on the sweet treats to celebrate the holiday. As fun and festive as this annual tradition is, there are some concerns […]