***UPDATED: October 31, 2013*** If you are like 80% of people out there, chances are you’re going to dig into the nearest trick-or-treat bag this Halloween, whether it belongs to your child, niece, or neighbor. There’s just something about having all those sweets around that drives us to indulge! Of course we know the health […]
***UPDATED: March 18, 2014*** There are over 25 million Americans suffering with diabetes currently, and nearly 7 million of them don’t even know it. Early diagnosis of diabetes is critical in order to treat and avoid more serious, sometimes fatal conditions, such as kidney failure, blindness, and increased risk for stroke and heart disease. Simple […]
It’s true that fear keeps many Americans from regularly visiting their dentist, but that’s not the only determent. Lack of dental insurance and tough economic times also contribute to the rising number of oral disease cases seen across the nation as a result of poor dental hygiene and care. I recently came across a Yahoo!News […]
Many people find New Year’s to be the most motivational time of year to work on personal health. Others feel that spring is the season for extra workouts and cutting calories, in preparation for the summer beach days ahead. Most however, don’t consider fall to be an inspiring time of year to focus on fitness, […]
For several people around the globe, having a doctor or dentist appointment has meant taking extra time off of work. Whether this is a treat, (i.e., justification for a three-hour lunch break) or simply your excuse (i.e., I can’t visit the dentist. I don’t have any more time to take from work), this may no […]
Last night’s Presidential debate has sparked several heated conversations around the country. The hot topics included health care reform and the economy as both candidates tried to convince Americans that they would be the best choice for the Oval Office. The middle class seemed to be the focal audience addressed by both President Obama, and […]
In my endeavor to provide interesting and informative articles about the ins-and-outs of the dentistry world, I’ve broadened my horizons a bit to include general health topics, considering how closely linked oral health is with overall wellness. Recently, I began searching for resources about health and wellness in the Miami area, and I came across […]
***UPDATED: May 31, 2013*** If the New York City ban on the sale of large, sugary soda pop wasn't enough to make you second-guess your consumption habit, maybe this is. A recent case study published in the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), General Dentistry, claims that the damage to the […]
Access to preventative dental care is a severe problem across the nation. With a recent Center for Disease Control study announcing that nearly half of American adults suffer from periodontal disease and premature tooth decay running rampant among our youth, many communities are implementing initiatives to help slow, and eventually stop this trend. One such […]
It’s no secret that eating your fruits and vegetables is a proven practice when attempting to better one’s health. I’ve previously written a blog (The Teeth Whitening Diet) which outlines a few of the many dental benefits of fruits and vegetables, but the benefits don’t stop in your mouth. There are countless ways that these […]