Give Yourself the Gift of Good Oral Health this Holiday Season

‘Tis the season for giving, but remember to give yourself the most important gift of all this holiday season: a healthy smile! Maintaining good oral hygiene during the holiday season is more important than ever, advises the Academy of General dentistry (AGD).

 

“Holiday get-togethers tend to lead people to consume sugary treats . . . → Read More: Give Yourself the Gift of Good Oral Health this Holiday Season

The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General dentistry(AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.

 

“Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says Dr. . . . → Read More: The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General dentistry (AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.

 

“Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says . . . → Read More: The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General dentistry (AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.

 

“Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says Dr. . . . → Read More: The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General dentistry (AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.

 

“Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says Dr. . . . → Read More: The Best (and Worst) Candy for Your Teeth

Why is Oral Health Important for Men?

Why is Oral Health Important for Men?   Men are less likely than women to take care of their physical health and, according to surveys and studies, their oral health is equally ignored. Good oral health recently has been linked with longevity. Yet, one of the most common factors associated with infrequent Dental checkups . . . → Read More: Why is Oral Health Important for Men?

Monitor Infant’s Fluoride Intake

Monitor Infant’s Fluoride Intake   If you add fluoridated water to your infant’s baby formula, you may be putting your child at risk of developing Dental fluorosis, a harmless cosmetic condition manifested by brown, mottled or discolored enamel.   Although fluoride – found naturally in all water and foods – is necessary to prevent . . . → Read More: Monitor Infant’s Fluoride Intake

Men: Looking for a Better Job? Start by Visiting the Dentist

Men: Looking for a Better Job? Start by Visiting the dentist   An online poll of 289 general dentists and consumers confirms the traditional stereotype that men are less likely to visit the dentist than their female counterparts, according to the Academy of General dentistry (AGD), an organization of general dentists dedicated to continuing . . . → Read More: Men: Looking for a Better Job? Start by Visiting the Dentist