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Developments in Pain-free Dentistry
Millions of people around the world suffer from dental phobia, a fear that can be so debilitating, some have skipped their dental appointments for decades. Triggered by a variety of factors, the fear can cause severe anxiety attacks with both physical and emotional symptoms, making the consequences of poor oral health more appealing than experiencing […]
Understanding Periodontal Disease
***UPDATED: January 20, 2015*** A link between oral disease and heart health has been established for quite some time, but research has just found that chronic periodontitis sufferers need to be extra cautious. According to a recent Dentistry Today article, research has shown that chronic periodontitis can have an effect on the severity of a […]
The Action for Dental Health Report
***UPDATED: April 30, 2015*** Earlier this month, the American Dental Association (ADA) released a report giving an update on the progress made with their Action for Dental Health initiative. “Action for Dental Health Year Two: A Progress Report,” aimed to showcase accomplishments as well as identify future goals of the community-based movement to improve the […]
Dentists the New Weapon in the War on Drugs
With so many chronic health conditions linked to oral health, professionals in the dental industry are taking on more of a prominent role in the diagnosis of conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Combine that fact with the research that found that more Americans visit the dentist annually than a general practitioner, and […]
Achieving Oral Health the Right Way
Working on improving your overall health is an incredibly commendable act. From eating the right foods, to exercising more, to making sure you’re getting enough sleep, small changes in lifestyle add up to big outcomes in health. But did you know that some of the choices you are making could be hurting your oral health? […]
Ground-breaking Evidence Further Links Heart and Oral Health
Exciting work out of the University of Florida has made great strides in understanding the relationship between oral health and heart disease. It has been known for quite some time that a link existed between the two, but scientists have struggled to identify the exact connection. According to a recent Medical News Today article, researchers […]
Dental Tips for the Uninsured
It is recommended that children begin regularly visiting the dentist by the time they are a year old or when their first tooth erupts, whichever comes first. Fortunately, dental insurance coverage for children is now considered an essential health benefit under the health care reform law, the Affordable Care Act, guaranteeing that every child is […]
Debunking Dental Myths
It is no secret that oral health is closely linked to your overall wellness. I’ve written several blogs about the topic (“Poor Oral Health and Brain Function,” “The Relationship Between Oral Health and Heart Disease,” “Oral Health and the Cancer Connection,” just to name a few). Those in the dental industry are elated that people […]
Millions Still Skipping the Dentist
In recent years, several dental organizations have made a push to improve awareness of oral health importance in an effort to combat the growing oral disease epidemic across the country. Initiatives like the American Dental Association’s (ADA) National Children’s Dental Health Month and the American Dental Hygienists Association’s (ADHA) National Dental Hygiene Month have paved the […]
Oil Pulling For Oral Health
What Is Oil Pulling for Your Teeth? Have you heard of the latest and greatest natural cure-all, oil pulling? If you spend any amount of time on social media, there’s a good chance you’ve at least run across the term. The term oil pulling refers to the ancient Indian practice of swishing oil around your […]
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