Are you tired of running all over town to make sure your kids get to their dentist appointments? Is it frustrating trying to keep up with each dentist’s quirks and personality? If so, it may be time to consider seeing a dentist for the entire family. Instead of spending valuable time and money on going from one place to another, you can …
5 Tips to Avoid Dental Emergencies While You Travel During the Holidays
Even if you love visiting your dentist, their office is probably the last place you want to be during your holiday vacation. While dental emergencies aren’t completely avoidable, when you take preventive measures, you can reduce the chance that you or a family member will experience one. Read on for five tips to keep you out of your emergency dentist’s …
Does Lack of Sleep Increase Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease?
If you are frequently tired throughout the day no matter how much sleep you seem to get, you’re not alone. It likely means that you suffer from a sleep condition known as sleep apnea, where you suffer from episodes of not being able to breathe for a short period of time at night. This can lead to snoring as well …
Keep a Healthy Smile With These 6 Flu Season Tips
When cold and flu season strikes, you might become so concerned with caring for your overall health that you do not think much about your dental health. But did you know that colds and flus — and what you do to fight them — can have an effect on your teeth? Let’s discuss a few flu season tips that will …
Want to Save Money? Maximize Your Dental Insurance
As we enter the busiest, most expensive time of the year, you take a closer look at your finances. Every dollar counts, especially when you’re putting together a budget for gifts and holiday activities. You try to be careful with your money, but if you haven’t visited your dentist in a while, and you don’t use your checkup appointment before …
Is ADHD What You Really Think?
What if ADHD was actually be more a symptom of poor sleep quality than a genetic or chemical deficiency? In the groups of professionals who study human sleep patterns and sleep-breathing disorders, there is growing evidence that ADHD may be a misdiagnosis – or missed diagnosis – of sleep disorders. What if…? Children should not snore. If they do, they’re …
Pumpkin Spice and Pearly Whites
When you walked out of your house this morning, you had no clue that you were going to need to bring a sweater with you. Fall weather is approaching faster than you anticipated, meaning you’re going to have to buy a throw for your coach, invest in a new winter coat, and start stopping at your favorite coffee shop for …
What Are the Most Common Causes of Toothaches?
When a toothache appears, it can be difficult to know exactly what the cause may be at first. The fact is there are many causes for toothaches, and they may not be so clear if you didn’t just experience a dental injury. What are the most common sources of your toothache? Below, you’ll find the most common ones below as …
5 “Healthy” Foods That Can Spell Disaster for Your Child’s Teeth
The new school year is here, and that means it’s time to decide what to pack for your child’s lunch. As a parent, you want to make sure they have the healthiest lunch possible, and that means options like granola and dried fruit. Or does it? Some foods that seem healthy can actually wreak havoc on your little one’s teeth. …
Why Your Dentist Wants You to Avoid Sports Drinks This Summer
Being an athlete means taking every step to keep your entire body healthy, and that includes your mouth. If you or someone in your family plays a lot of sports, you might think a refreshing sports drink is a great way to stay hydrated during a workout, but did you know that these beverages are actually three times more damaging …