Alzheimer’s Disease is a public health crisis in the United States, and according to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans over … [Read More...]
Recent Posts
Creative ways to send holiday gifts without traveling
We all want to stay healthy year round, and in the age of coronavirus, it’s no surprise travel of any kind is out of the question for most people. … [Read More...]
Deck the Halls with Homemade Treasures: DIY Holiday Gifts for All
December is here, and the 3rd is Make A Gift Day! Crafting has “tangible health benefits” and can be very therapeutic during a bustling … [Read More...]
Holiday Foods that Bring the Gift of Cavities
If you’re looking forward to a snooze after your holiday meal, don’t forget to brush before your nap. There’s no shortage of holiday foods that cause … [Read More...]
Lower Risk of Oral Cancer Linked to Flossing, Dentist Visits
Flossing is an important oral health habit that promotes a healthy mouth and body. Yet, in a recent survey only 16 percent of Americans of … [Read More...]
Beat the Thanksgiving Guilt – Healthier Thanksgiving Side Options
Thanksgiving dinner—the one time each year we justify eating until our pants can’t button. Unfortunately, we aren’t filling up on an abundance of … [Read More...]
Children’s Oral Health
Worst Halloween Candies for Your Teeth, Ranked
With costumes, cauldrons, and candy, it’s hard to not get excited when All Hallows’ Eve rolls around! Halloween kicks off the slew of holidays that take us through the end of the year. As is the case with many holidays, Halloween comes with a ton of sweets and treats to set the jovial tone for kids … [Read More...]
Why our smile is our superpower
With comic books and movie adaptions making up a large part of modern entertainment, it’s easy to wonder about having superpowers. While many wish for super strength or the ability to fly, what many folks don’t realize is that they already have a superpower right under their nose: a smile. Smiles … [Read More...]
What’s the Cost: Avoiding the Dentist
Does the cost of your bi-annual cleanings keep you from going to the dentist twice a year? The real cost of skipping the dentist may be more than you think. If you’re steering clear of visiting the dentist, you may be impacting more than your mouth. Dental cleanings have direct ties to your … [Read More...]
Why Healthy Eyes Matter to Our Overall Health
We are constantly using our eyes - to navigate, to read, and even to dream. But we don’t often stop to think about the health of our eyes. You may not think that vision plays into overall health, but healthy eyes actually keep us safe every day. Why Children Need Vision Exams for Healthy … [Read More...]