New research out of the UK shows that addressing oral health issues in diabetic patients leads to substantial savings in future medical treatments, according to a recent article from the Oral Health Foundation. The study involved the analysis of data…
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching, and hopefully you’ve already found the perfect gift to show your mom just how special she is. But if you’re like me, you’ve left it to the last minute and are scrambling to come up…
Studies have shown that your smile is your most important attribute when making a first impression, and if you’re not happy with yours, it’s never too late to make a change. According to a recent Dental Tribune article, adults are…
It’s almost May, and baseball season is officially well underway. It’s once again time for cracker jacks and hot dogs. Popcorn and cotton candy. Lemon ice and smokeless tobacco. Yes, smokeless tobacco is still a part of our country’s favorite…
Mark your calendars! This Saturday, April 30, 2016 is the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. For the 11th consecutive year, the initiative provides a safe, convenient and responsible way of disposing any unused prescription drugs, while trying to educate the…
The connection between oral and overall health is well documented and widely accepted in both medical and dental industries. Thankfully, insurers are starting to acknowledge the relationship too, designing benefit plans that reflect that. A recent news article from the…
***UPDATED: July 21, 2016*** A recent report, released by the nonprofit Urban Institute, claims that a Medicaid expansion in 2017 would help reduce the number of uninsured Florida residents by about 877,000 people. Benefits of expansion are said to include…
April is Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, and in an effort to raise awareness, industry leaders conducted a survey to find out how educated the general public is on the issues. Vigilant Biosciences, Inc., a company that develops…
There appears to be a connection between poor oral health in seniors and age-related medical decline, according to a recent article from WebMd. A new report, which reviewed studies on the subject completed between 1993 and 2013 states that while…
I came across the following story while doing my daily catch-up on dental news. It really resonated with me, and I was compelled to share it with anyone who would listen. Going to the dentist isn’t just an inconvenience. It…
