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Beyond the Toothbrush: Oral Health Helpers

June 14, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

There’s no substitute for consistent brushing, flossing, and dental visits. However, these oral health helpers could be great additions to your dental care routine.

There’s no substitute for consistent brushing, flossing, and dental visits, but these oral health helpers could be great additions to your dental care routine.  1. Plaque Disclosing Tablets These dental detectives contain a dye that stains plaque-filled areas you missed. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

A History of “Halitosis” and the Listerine Marketing Campaign

June 14, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Humans have dealt with bad breath for thousands of years. It wasn’t until the late 1880s, however, that people saw it as an opportunity to make money. Learn more about the history of “halitosis” and the “medicine” that combats it.

Bad breath has inflicted humans for thousands of years. It wasn’t until the late 1800s, however, that people called it a “disease” and jumped on the opportunity to make money by creating a “medicine” for the embarrassing problem. Today, this “medicine” called Listerine is used by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

Eye Diseases Explained: Cataracts

May 23, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Imagine looking at the world through a smudged, cloudy window. Unfortunately, this is the reality for roughly 20 million people living in the United States diagnosed with cataracts.

Imagine looking at the world through a smudged, cloudy window. Unfortunately, this is the reality for roughly 20 million people living in the United States diagnosed with cataracts. What are cataracts? Cataracts are the clouding of the lens of one or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, New Mexico

Hydration & Your Mouth: Oral Health Benefits of Water

May 12, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Choosing water over other sugary beverages is a great way to keep your mouth clean and your teeth strong. Learn more about the oral health benefits of water.

Science shows that water keeps your brain functions strong, headaches at bay, and even helps you lose weight. However, water also benefits your mouth. Choosing water over sugary beverages is one of the best ways to care for your oral health. It’s time to put down the soda and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Clinic and Provider Tips, Health and Fitness, New Mexico, Oral Health

Why Eye Exams Are Essential to Kids’ Eyesight

May 12, 2022 By Wyatt Dilling

Use our checklist to find out if your child is secretly suffering from poor vision. If you think your child may have vision problems, find out what the next steps are to improve their eye health.

You know to visit the dentist twice a year for preventive check-ups, but did you know that annual vision exams are equally as important? Eye exams are essential for children because they can help identify or prevent underlying vision issues before they become worse. By visiting … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, New Mexico

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