Green is a great color, one of our favorites, but it doesn’t look so good on your teeth! As you get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, learn how green beer and tooth decay go together, plus ways to celebrate without sacrificing your smile. … [Read more...]
3 Reasons to Stop Smoking
Years of research have shown us how bad smoking is for our health. It’s not just your family that wants you to quit. Your dentist wants you to quit, too. Here’s why: 1. Your risk for oral cancer will decrease. Tobacco use is the number-one risk factor for oral cancer in … [Read more...]
Identify the Signs and Risks of Oral Cancer for Oral Cancer Awareness Month
The Oral Cancer Foundation finds that Americans don’t have a strong understanding of the signs and risks of oral cancer. If caught early, oral cancer can be treated. Early diagnosis reduces your risk of health complications and increases your rate of survival. And yet, statistics … [Read more...]
Hookah Not Healthy for Teeth
The hookah has increasingly gained in popularity and been identified as a stylish pastime of young and old alike. The traditional Mediterranean water pipe may seem like a lesser evil when compared to cigarettes or cigars. The truth, however, is quite different. The hookah has … [Read more...]
Coffee Pros & Cons
Do you need your jolt of java every morning to face the day? It may wake you up, but is it good for you? And how does it affect your teeth? We know that eating certain foods, smoking, and drinking coffee can darken your teeth. But studies also show that drinking coffee can … [Read more...]