Knowledge is power. -Sir Francis Bacon An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. -Benjamin Franklin Education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom. -George Washington Carver Education is the movement from darkness to light. -Allan Bloom…
With Christmas 2016 in the books, many have now set their sites on the New Year, and with it the resolution(s) they hope to set and keep. The most common ones, quitting smoking, losing weight, and getting more exercise, can…
Have you ever experienced a little “pink in the sink?” Many of us thoroughly brush and floss (sometimes for the first time in awhile) just before a trip to the dentist. It’s during this rigorous (last-minute) deep clean that bleeding…
According to a story from local ABC News Channel 10, a Palmetto, Florida man is facing charges after impersonating a dentist. Robert “Robbie” Rheinlander, 53, was practicing dentistry in South Carolina before he moved to Florida where he continued his…
t’s that time of year again in the dental insurance world: use it or lose it time. According to a recent MouthHealthy.org article, only 2.8% of people with PPO dental plans reached or exceeded their plans annual maximum. Whether you’re…
New oral cancer statistics released by FAIR Health, a U.S. nonprofit organization, show a troubling trend. According to a recent Dental Tribune article, claims related to oral cancer diagnosis have risen by over 60% since 2011. Additionally, the group found…
Everyone knows that brushing your teeth for two minutes, twice a day, combined with flossing and seeing your dentist regularly can help you achieve and maintain good oral health. But there are other actions you can take to help boost…
Oral health as it relates to women’s health is a much talked about topic, but did you know that oral health can have a significant effect on men’s health too? Periodontal disease has been linked to several serious health conditions,…
It’s that time of year again! Across the country, families and friends are getting ready to gather and express their gratitude for all of the wonderful blessings in life. Along with spending time with loved ones, the star of any…
It is often thought that electronic cigarettes are a safer alternative to traditional tobacco cigarettes, but according to a recent Medical News Today article, in terms of oral health, vaping could be just as harmful as smoking. New research shows…
