Can a smile be a window to someone’s overall health? Through the years, studies have shown that there’s a connection between oral health and overall health. Cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer, and respiratory disease all impact an individual’s oral health. Since the health of … [Read more...]
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Men vs. Women: A Dental Health Head-to-Head
Despite silly stereotypes, we’re taking the men vs. women battle into the bathroom. And these aren’t stereotypes—they’re science! Who will take this tooth tug-of-war? See how each sex compares in our side-by-side showdown of the smiles: … [Read more...]
New Survey Finds 4 out of 10 Colorado Pregnant Women Skipping Crucial Health Step
A new survey out today from Delta Dental finds that 43 percent of expecting women in Colorado aren’t visiting their dentist, higher than the national average of 42.5 percent. Oral health may not be top of mind for women when preparing for a new baby, but a visit to the dentist … [Read more...]
Gingivitis 101
Gingivitis. You've probably heard of it. It’s the dental problem with the funny name. But what does it mean? And how do you get it? Gingivitis is a common form of gum disease that causes irritation of the gums, swelling, bleeding and sometimes pain. You might not know you have … [Read more...]
Gain A Child; Lose A Tooth: Fact or Fiction
It’s a widespread warning that mothers have passed on to daughters for generations. A woman loses a tooth for every child she has. But is it true? Yes, say experts, who have found a link between pregnancy and poor dental health. A New York University College of Dentistry … [Read more...]