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When it Comes to Dental Hygiene Awareness, Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?

August 9, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

Pop quiz, hotshot! You might think you know your stuff when it comes to the basics of dental care, so let’s put your dental hygiene awareness to the test. Can you ace these five questions?

Pop quiz, hotshot! You might think you know your stuff when it comes to the basics of dental care, so let’s put your dental hygiene awareness to the test: TRUE OR FALSE: OLDER ADULTS CAN STILL GET CAVITIES. True — In fact, some adults are more prone to oral health issues as … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Just For Fun, New Mexico, Oral Health

What’s the Cost of Avoiding the Dentist?

July 7, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

Does the cost of a dental appointment keep you from your cleanings? The real, long-term cost of avoiding the dentist may surprise you.

Does the cost of your biannual 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 … [Read more...]

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

Tooth-Friendly Post-Workout Snacks

July 7, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

Healthy post-workout snacks.

*Updated January 2026 Key takeaways about post-workout snacks: After an intense workout it’s tempting to reach for a post-workout snack that’s full of sugar or carbs. Don’t do it! Many popular post-workout snacks are silently harming your body and your smile. Don’t let … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic and Provider Tips, Health and Fitness, Just For Fun, Recipes and Nutrition

Saved by a Straw: Oral Health Benefits of Drinking Through a Straw

July 7, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

The need for straws may get mixed reviews, but some individuals like older adults rely on single-use straws to get through the day with enough hydration.

Straws have become an icon in the fight against non-reusable plastics. Plastic straws make up about 7% of plastic product waste found in the U.S., and they’ve been a recent topic for state legislatures including Washington and California. Both businesses and cities are urging … [Read more...]

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

Why Healthy Eyes Matter to Our Overall Health

June 10, 2021 By Wyatt Dilling

Vision health is tied to our overall health, and regular vision exams are essential to ensure you’re healthy inside and out, whether you’re 5-years-old or 50.

We are constantly using our eyes - to navigate, read, and even dream. But we don’t often stop to think about the health of our eyes. You may not think that your vision plays into your overall health, but healthy eyes keep us safe every day.  Why children need vision exams … [Read more...]

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

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