Back in April, I asked a simple question. It’s getting hot-- what are you drinking? When it gets hot, we often turn to lemonade, sports drinks, fruit juice, and soda to quench our thirst. But those drinks contain much more sugar than we think they do. Our young children aren’t immune to the summer heat, either. And they like sweet... read more »
Father’s Day is approaching quickly. What do you have planned? Like mothers, most fathers are pretty easy to please on their designated holiday. As long as we show care, put some thought into it, and take their likes and dislikes into account, they appreciate whatever we do for them. In this short post, we’ll share some good restaurants in the... read more »
If you or your children have made the switch from soda and energy drinks to “healthier” fruit smoothies, either purchased or homemade, you may want to moderate your intake. Many smoothies have up to 3 g/100 ml of sugar or approximately 2.5 tsp in a 3.5-oz serving. That can account for up to one-half of a child’s recommended daily sugar... read more »
Many people get braces at a young age to correct their bite. But if you never had braces and your bite still feels a bit “off,” it’s worth looking into. If you have a balanced bite, your upper and lower teeth should come in contact at the same time, and your facial muscles should be relaxed. Those are the marks... read more »
Did you know, gum disease is sometimes linked to stroke and heart attack? When I tell my patients about these sometimes-unknown risks of gum disease, they’re often surprised. But the research confirms there’s a solid like between oral health and cardiovascular health. According to the CDC, heart disease accounts for one in four American deaths. A recent study from the... read more »
We all love our moms, but Mother’s Day sometimes has the habit of sneaking up on us. That’s why I try to plan my Mother’s Day activities in March or April. No matter what I plan, it’s always nice to spend the day with my son and my own mother. As a mother, I can attest that we love anything... read more »
Summer is the time for many fun outdoor activities, for children and adults alike. With all the renewed opportunities for swimming, biking, and outdoor team sports, though, comes added risk. The outdoor activities vacationing families enjoy are accompanied by some dental risks, as well. From DentistryIQ: “Injuries are not the only cause of summer dental emergencies. Patients who do not... read more »
As the days get hotter, we start craving just one thing-- a refreshing, cold drink. Nothing feels better than indulging in a glass of your favorite beverage on a hot summer day, but you may be indulging a bit too much. Gatorade and other sports drinks become especially popular when the mercury rises, and we understand why. Gatorade provides a... read more »
Time flies, doesn’t it? It seems like Christmas was only a few weeks ago, but now we’re right on the cusp of summer. As the days and nights heat up, we have to plan out our activities in advance-- otherwise summer’s combination of endless options and real world obligations can become overwhelming. This is especially true if you have school-age... read more »
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Oral cancer affects more people than you might think. And it’s not just confined to smokers and people over the age of 40. We do routine oral cancer screenings for every single one of our patients. The screening itself is quick and painless, so you have no reason to forgo an examination. Since oral... read more »