Going “Gluten-Free” Isn’t a Fad, it’s Your Life. Celiac Disease Affects More than Your Diet. Did you know that your dentist can sometimes be the first to spot the signs of an underlying disease? Dentists are trained to spot more than just cavities. Over the past few years, celiac disease has gotten a lot […]
It’s Back-to-School Time! You’re Ready…But Is Your MOUTH Ready? Summer break is officially over as millions of children head out for their first days of school. Every child wants to look their best as they head back to school this fall. Parents schedule haircuts, get the latest outfits, and buy plenty of school supplies…but most overlook the […]
Should You Floss or Not? Just Floss…It’s Not Going to Hurt! The U.S. Department of Health’s latest decision to not include flossing in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, coupled with the Associated Press’ recent report that the recommendation for flossing lacks evidence that flossing helps is creating a lot of confusion…but don’t throw out your […]
How Much Do YOU Know about Cavities? What is Myth and What is Fact? Let’s be honest. Nobody wants to hear the words, “You have a cavity.” However, cavities (dental caries, tooth decay) remain the most prevalent chronic disease in both children and adults. A National Health and Nutrition Exam Survey conducted by the NIH […]