The High Cost of Dental Care One of the most cited reasons for not visiting the dentist, or receiving dental treatment, is cost. Repairing a chipped tooth or having a crown placed on a severely decayed tooth can cost a substantial amount of money, but delaying treatment often ends up costing you a lot more, […]
The holidays are upon us, and with them come a host of temptations that have the potential to derail our oral health. Many people make an effort to avoid the typical holiday weight gain, but with so much evidence connecting your oral health to your overall well-being, itโs important to keep a healthy mouth in […]
Have you ever had a toothache that caused blinding pain? If so, youโre not alone. According to researchers at Duke University, people consistently rate pain in the head, face, eyeballs, ears and teeth as more disruptive and emotionally draining than pain located in other parts of the body. Further study has apparently found why this […]
If youโre like me, youโre shocked that Thanksgiving is next week. Wasnโt Halloween like three days ago? We just got over the sugar-rush in my household, and now The Feast of the year is staring us down. Donโt get me wrong...I love everything Thanksgiving, especially the deliciousness that ensues. But as a member of the […]
Teeth Discoloration: Prevention, Causes, and Treatments
When asked what they dislike most about their smile, many adults are quick to respond about discoloration. According to statistics, the teeth whitening industry brings in a staggering $11 billion annually, showing just how much people wish to improve the brightness of their smiles. There are several methods to go about whitening your teeth, from […]
National Family Caregivers Month is celebrated every November in an effort to recognize and honor those who care for family members across the county, as well as raise awareness of the issues that accompany this great responsibility. There are approximately 44 million family caregivers in the U.S. alone, responsible for the health and wellbeing of […]