Did you know that your oral health can significantly affect your overall health? The reverse is also true; your overall health can impact your oral health. Chronic conditions, medications, and lifestyle choices can all leave a trace in the mouth. Diabetes is no … [Read more...]
Dentists Can Spot First Signs of Trouble
Your overall health can affect your oral health, and your dentist may be the first to spot signs of trouble. More than 120 diseases present symptoms in the mouth, and your dentist is specially trained to identify potential health issues. Here are some common problems dentists … [Read more...]
Your Child’s Oral Health Fight Against Diabetes
As a parent, you’re already accustomed to caring for and keeping your child safe from outside elements. It’s this protective nature that leads parents to feel responsible for their children’s health. When your child is fighting a disease, the fight becomes yours, too. If your … [Read more...]
The Holidays Are Over – Time to Get Back on Track
So you fa la la’d your way into overeating and overdrinking this holiday season. Was stepping on the scale in January a painful reality check? Don’t despair. You can get back on track. January 19–25 is Healthy Weight Week, and it’s time to adopt healthy habits to last a … [Read more...]
Your Wakeup Call
How often during the day do you take a moment to think about your health and the possible risks you are taking with your daily habits? I know for most people (especially myself), we tend to take our bodies for granted and assume they will never betray us. Many of our activities … [Read more...]