Do you remember your first dental visit? If you answered "no" chances are your first trip to see the dentist occurred when you were a child. Many parents ... Read More

Did you know that if you leave the water running when brushing your teeth you are wasting approximately 5 gallons of water? Sounds small but consider this: If ... Read More

Over-the-counter tooth whitening kits are available in almost every retail dental care section, all promising one thing; a whiter, brighter smile. Considering they are purchased at your leisure and ... Read More

If you have been following my blog, chances are you have noticed the ever-growing pattern connecting the condition of your teeth and gums to serious health concerns such as heart ... Read More

Aggressive tooth brushing and periodontal disease both result in the loss of the delicate gum tissue that surrounds the teeth and covers the bone. What most people do not ... Read More

Dental researchers from New York University have discovered that pregnant women are at higher risk for gestational diabetes if they have gum disease. Dr. Ananda P. Dasanayake, a Professor ... Read More

Sports drinks are used to replace the electrolytes your body loses during and after physical activity, in order to prevent muscle cramping and dehydration. Considering sports drinks are associated ... Read More

If you are in the process of whitening your teeth or have done so in the past, chances are your dentist has advised you to alter your diet to prevent ... Read More

If you have a high count of oral bacteria, you are at higher risk for a heart attack. According to a press release, the University at Buffalo recently conducted ... Read More