Author: jackietmurphy
The American Dental Association estimates that up to 50% of adults have halitosis or bad breath, at some point in their lives. While many causes of halitosis are harmless, often times bad breath can be a sign of underlying health concerns. Here’s what your breath may be trying to tell you! You have dry mouth- Dry … Continue reading How to Freshen Up Bad Breath
This year, nearly 50,000 people are expected to be diagnosed with oral and oropharyngeal cancer. It is important to distinguish oral cavity cancers from oropharyngeal cancers because they often have different etiologies and prognoses. The 5-year survival for oral and oropharyngeal cancer is about 65%, and has improved dramatically over the last few decades. Still, the single … Continue reading Oral Cancer Awareness Month
According to estimates, the average person will spend over a month of their lifetime brushing their teeth. Yet, despite how often we care for our oral hygiene during the day, month, or year, there’s still plenty to learn about oral health! March 6 is National Dentist’s Day, and we’re breaking down the top 10 things … Continue reading The Top 10 Things Your Dentist Wants You to Know
Though most parents try to take good care of their children’s health, according to the American Dental Association, over 50% of kids between the ages of 2 and 8 suffer from a preventable chronic disease: tooth decay. This February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and we’re urging parents to rethink oral hygiene. Even though … Continue reading National Children’s Dental Health Month
While we all love indulging in an occasional sweet, January 14-18, Sugar Awareness Week, is an important time for people to reflect on the ways that our sugar consumption can affect oral health. The average American consumes 66 pounds of added sugar each year, contributing to a number of health concerns and dramatically increasing the … Continue reading Sugar and Your Teeth: Sugar Awareness Week
As we begin the new year, many of us have created resolutions—promises to improve our health and ourselves in 2019. While many Americans choose to join a gym or begin a new diet, there are a number of simple changes that you can make to improve dental health and boost your oral hygiene for the … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions for Your Best Smile
In children, tooth decay can affect growth and development. Preventive dentistry can result in less intensive — and less expensive— treatment for any dental conditions that may develop, and help set kids up for a lifetime of exceptional oral health. Here is how to partner with your dentist to care for your child’s smile: Start … Continue reading Finding the Right Home for Your Child’s Smile
