Dental Hygiene: Why preventive dental healthcare is important.

Preventive dentistry helps you keep a healthy mouth. Preventive services such as dental hygiene care help you maintain the health of your teeth and decrease your need for additional dental treatment

Oral Health and Nutrition: A Bidirectional Relationship

Oral health and nutrition have a bidirectional relationship. Nutrition and diet affect the health of the mouth, and the health of the mouth affects nutrients consumed due to an inability to eat because of a compromised oral cavity.

How a Dental Hygienist Can Help Diagnose High Blood Pressure

Dental healthcare professionals are part of the patient’s healthcare team. I do not separate the mouth from my patient’s body. Sure! Dentistry’s focus is the oral cavity, it’s a health specialty, but it does not negate the fact that we are trained professionals who can consult with patients about simple health issues that can lead them back to their primary care physician.

Sealants: An Excellent Way to Prevent Tooth Decay

With cavities being the most prevalent chronic condition among children and teens, preventing decay by placing sealants indeed makes sense.

The Absolute Best New Year Resolution

Happy New Year! Yeah, I cringed as I typed that. I’m sure I’ll be saying this up until April. That’s usually when my patients stop saying it to me. I don’t know though considering how much of a whirlwind we’ve all been experiencing the past two years they may decide that wishing me a happy … Continue reading The Absolute Best New Year Resolution

Blogmas #20 Must-Have Dental Products for Your Holiday Travel

Trying to determine what to pack can be a bit stressful, but having a list prepared in advance can help reduce the stress of packing. Ensuring that you have essential dental hygiene products when traveling is necessary to maintain good dental health habits when traveling.