How Does Acid Reflux Affect Oral Health?
About 60% of the American adult population will experience symptoms of acid reflux at some point this year. 30% experience these symptoms weekly. So what does that mean for their dental health? (more…)
4 Essential Oils For Oral Health
It seems like all the rage in today’s health and wellness world is the use of essential oils. They say that these oils can promote health and aid many ailments all over the body – but did you know there are oils that can additionally help your teeth? We’ve comprised a list of 4 popular essential oils that not only do wonders for the rest of your body, but can greatly help your oral health as well. (more…)
Diabetes and Dental Problems
Did you know almost 30 million people in the United States alone have diabetes? Thats almost 10% of the population. It affects a range of health aspects for people suffering from this condition, one of which being their dental health. Since diabetes raises a persons blood sugar, the implications of this can take a negative toll on multiple parts of the body – and this includes the teeth & the gums as well. If you are living with it, here are a few things you will need to watch out for. Have your dentist keep a look out for them as well! (more…)
ADA Supports Bill Protecting Vets From Cigarette Smoke
The ADA (American Dental Association) has announced their support of H.R 1662 – a bill that would make Veteran facilities cigarette smoke free. (more…)
8 Worst Foods For Your Teeth
As the old saying goes: You are what you eat. That is especially true for your teeth: Eat bad things and you’ll end up with bad teeth.
At Dental Specialty Associates, we know the worst foods for teeth that can wreck havoc. Watch out for these eight worst foods for teeth: If you’re not careful, they can wreck your dental health. (more…)
Benefits Of A Beautiful Smile
Taking care of your teeth has a lot of health benefits. One extra benefit of maintaining your teeth is that it gives you a better smile. It’s a lot easier to smile with ease when you got a mouthful of clean and straight teeth.
At Dental Specialty Associates, we know how much people value a good smile. But did you know that smiles do more than make you look good? Smiling can offer you major health, psychological, and social benefits. Here are just a few of the benefits that can come from having a beautiful smile. (more…)
