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Holiday Foods that Bring the Gift of Cavities

November 26, 2019 By Wyatt Dilling

If you’re adding these holiday food favorites to your list, keep in mind they are holiday foods that can cause cavities and opt for a low sugar version.

If you’re looking forward to a snooze after your holiday meal, don’t forget to brush before your nap. There’s no shortage of holiday foods that can cause cavities. Keep your oral health habits strong this holiday season. Look for low-sugar alternatives if you encounter these … [Read more...]

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Marijuana, Dental Surgery, and Anesthesia

November 5, 2019 By Ryan Boulding

More evidence is becoming available around how marijuana users require more anesthesia, urging patients to share their habits with medical and dental practitioners.

If you’re using marijuana, it’s important to let your dentist know. Smoking marijuana can damage oral health and having a tolerance for marijuana may affect how a person responds to anesthesia, post-treatment healing, and medications. The number of states where marijuana is … [Read more...]

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Frankenguac! Guacamole Frankenstein | Healthy Halloween Snacks

October 15, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

This filling Halloween kids snack is as healthy as it is spooky, packed with nutrients to keep you and your kids nourished all through trick-or-treating.

A healthy Halloween snack is hard to come by these days, so we went ahead and made our own! Avocados are delicious and packed with folic acid, a natural vitamin that helps gum tissue fight inflammation and bleeding. High amounts of potassium, or Vitamin K, are also found in … [Read more...]

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The Power of Connection

October 10, 2019 By Veronica Contreras de Raya

Colorado’s San Luis Valley was home to Rural Philanthropy Days this fall. The event brings together local nonprofit professionals, community leaders, and elected officials with grant-makers from across the state.

Colorado’s San Luis Valley was home to Rural Philanthropy Days this fall. The event brings together local nonprofit professionals, community leaders, and elected officials with grant-makers from across the state. As part of the conference, attendees learn more about the area and … [Read more...]

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Quick Tips for Combating the Evils of Halloween Treats

October 8, 2019 By Shelby Tatomir

It can be difficult to manage the amount of candy that your child gets while out trick-or-treating. But you can manage the amount of candy that your child keeps. Click to find out solutions other than eating it yourself.

Halloween is right around the corner! Avoid the negative effects that Halloween candy can have on your oral health, with these quick tips: Have a Plan for Fighting Cavity-Causing Bacteria It can be difficult to manage the amount of candy that your child gets their hands on … [Read more...]

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