What’s better to put on top of ribs, grilled chicken or a pulled pork sandwich than barbecue sauce? Unfortunately, barbecue sauce is a repeat offender in the sugar department. Common ingredients include ketchup, maple syrup, brown sugar and molasses. Do your smile a favor and opt … [Read more...]
Dentists, Diabetes, and You: Effects Diabetes has on Teeth and Gums
In the United States, one in ten people have diabetes. However, one in five people with the disease aren’t aware they do. This is concerning because without a diagnosis it can be hard to manage the condition. While a medical doctor is often the first to see symptoms of … [Read more...]
Oral Health of Older Adults Infographic
In the past, losing teeth was just part of getting old. With modern advances in oral health, we now have more power to keep our natural teeth longer than ever before. Tooth loss has declined in recent decades, but some factors still cause tooth loss to affect older adults. … [Read more...]
Athletes Are Ruining Their Teeth – How, Why, and What to Do
Many of us have heard throughout our lives that candy is bad for the teeth, and too much sugar will rot them out of your head! Some know more about how the bacteria in the mouth are, in fact, the source of the problem. They love to eat sugar, and they then produce acid that … [Read more...]
The Dangers of Do-It-Yourself Dental Work
You may have seen commercials on TV or ads on social media. They claim at-home kits can straighten your smile for a fraction of the cost. The ads show stunning before-and-after photos and promise that their method is easier, faster, and cheaper than professional orthodontic care. … [Read more...]
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