Dental Hygiene With A Twist
Donating to organizations focused on providing low-cost dental hygiene care to marginalized individuals is a compassionate and impactful way to address oral health disparities
The amount of time orthodontists spend studying should let you know basement braces are NOT the move. There’s obviously more to it than just making the teeth straight.
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 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.
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.
With cavities being the most prevalent chronic condition among children and teens, preventing decay by placing sealants indeed makes sense.
Was it just me or did January seem like a crazy month?
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
At this point, nothing is a surprise. Whether you’ve been sick or not, I’m just popping in to remind you to change your toothbrush.
Don’t sweat the small stuff. Not having everything in place and organized to perfection is not a deal-breaker. My kids and family have been relaxed and enjoying each other all day and that’s all that matters.
The Hygienist Twist 