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Things to Know About Mouth Exercises

July 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Facial muscles work differently than other muscles in the body. Does that mean they can’t be strengthened through mouth exercises like other muscles?

It’s important to exercise to keep your heart and muscles strong. But what about exercising the muscles that make up your mouth? Is it important to work out the part of your body that helps you talk, chew, and smile? Recently, a movement around mouth and facial exercises has … [Read more...]

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

Preparing for Open Enrollment: Dental Insurance

July 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Dental insurance open enrollment is approaching fast. Are you ready for it? Use this guide when preparing for dental insurance open enrollment.

Dental insurance open enrollment is approaching fast. Are you ready for it? Open enrollment refers to a period of time, typically near the end of the year, in which you can add benefits for the first time or make changes to your current insurance plans and employee benefits. … [Read more...]

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

How to Pack a Tooth-Friendly Picnic

June 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Packing a nutritious, delicious, and tooth-friendly picnic doesn’t need to be hard! Next time you head to the park, backyard, or wherever your picnic is, be sure to include these tooth-friendly foods!

Is your picnic basket full of highly processed food or treats with enough sugar to make your teeth hurt? It may be time for a picnic intervention! Packing a nutritious, delicious, and tooth-friendly picnic doesn’t need to be hard. Next time you head to the park, backyard, or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health and Fitness, Just For Fun, Oral Health, Recipes and Nutrition

Dangerous TikTok Trends: DIY Teeth Whitening

June 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Charcoal toothpaste and lemon juice are some of the latest DIY teeth-whitening trends on TikTok. Learn about the risks of these trends and discover safe, dentist-approved methods for achieving a whiter smile.

In today's digital world, it's easy to fall into the trap of trusting everything you see online. Recently, the social media powerhouse TikTok has emerged as a dominant player with its rapid growth and influential nature. While this popular platform has its fair share of … [Read more...]

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

Tongue and Overall Health: Reasons to Stick Your Tongue Out

June 26, 2023 By Wyatt Dilling

Your tongue's health is a preview of your body's overall health. The amazing organ can show signs of disease before symptoms even occur.

When was the last time you got a good look at your tongue? If it's been a while (or never happened before), now is a great time to stick your tongue out. This amazing organ can alert you to serious health issues, such as diabetes or certain deficiencies, before symptoms … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Oral Health

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