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Who is Most at Risk for Cardiovascular Complications? Individuals with advanced periodontal disease or chronic gum conditions like gingivitis are at the highest risk of heart disease caused by poor oral health – particularly when these conditions are undiagnosed or remain untreated. However, inadequate oral hygiene can cause a buildup of accumulated plaque, known as […]

How Heart Health May be Affected by Oral Health You probably are not thinking about your heart health when you are brushing or flossing your teeth. Nevertheless, your oral hygiene habits may have a significant impact on your risk for developing heart disease. Research shows that brushing frequently is associated with a lower risk for […]

Letting Some Things Go If you’ve been letting a few things slip over the past few months, you are not alone. Many of us find ourselves taking Zoom meetings in our PJs, tying our hair up in a bun rather than getting it cut or colored, and skipping a shower now and then. After all, […]

Most schools require a dental exam as part of the health documentation for your child to attend school. This is a great time to ask your child’s dentist some important questions. Here are some suggestions to help you make the most of your child’s back-to-school dental visit. What is the status of my child’s overall […]

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. The American Dental Association (ADA) has declared water fluoridation the theme for 2020’s campaign, celebrating the 75th anniversary of Grand Rapids, Michigan becoming the first city to fluoridate its water as a measure to battle tooth decay. Today we’ll look at some of the benefits of water fluoridation […]