The love connection between the heart and oral health is the talk of your teeth. Rumor has it that oral health is linked to heart health. The rumors are true! If you neglect your oral and overall health, you’re at an increased risk for gum disease and heart … [Read more...]
Our 5 Favorite Tooth Fairy Books
Move over princesses and dinosaurs—Tooth Fairy books are the new stars in town. Why? Parents have a lot to learn when it comes to teaching kids about that “magical being” that takes teeth and exchanges them for presents. The concept may seem complicated, but these Tooth Fairy … [Read more...]
Heart Health and Dental Disease
Your heart does more than beat faster when you see your loved ones; it pumps blood to all the different parts of your body. With such an integrated machine moving blood throughout the inside of our bodies, it stands to reason that the health of your mouth can contribute to the … [Read more...]
A Winning Team: The Mouth and Body Powerhouse
When we think about getting our bodies in tip-top shape, we think about consistent exercise and a clean diet. We all know that eating Wheaties is a sure way to supercharge our body for a sports victory, but we don’t often emphasize the importance of brushing afterward. Because … [Read more...]
Keep Your New Year Resolution: Quit Smoking
Of the nearly 8,000 deaths in the United States attributed to oral and pharyngeal cancer annually, about 75% are due to tobacco and heavy alcohol use. Resolving to quit smoking may be one of the most difficult challenges to undertake, but it also comes with some of the best life- … [Read more...]
