_ Oral HealthPoor oral health may contribute to declines in brain health By Sondra Forsyth articleTaking care of your teeth and gums may offer benefits beyond oral health such as improving brain health, according to preliminary … Read More→
_ Oral HealthOral Health in Older Adults By Sondra Forsyth articleOne of the most important factors in healthy aging is good oral health. Having healthy teeth and a good mouth … Read More→
Oral HealthVaping Alters Mouth Microbes By Jane Farrell articleThe use of electronic cigarettes—also called vaping—has been on the rise. In 2019, almost 5% of adults in the U.S … Read More→
_ Oral HealthHow Taking Better Care of Your Teeth Might Prolong Your Life By Sondra Forsyth articleHaving poor oral health doesn’t mean just cavities and gum disease. Statistics show that an unhealthy mouth can substantially increase … Read More→
_ Oral HealthA Mysterious Link Between Tooth Loss and Heart Disease By Jane Farrell articlePeople who have lost teeth for “nontraumatic” reasons could have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, new research shows. … Read More→
_ Dental Health Oral HealthConsidering Braces? Visit An Orthodontist Before Investing In Major Dental Treatment By Sondra Forsyth articleAdults, including many in their 50s and older, are getting orthodontic treatment in record numbers. The rate has risen 40 … Read More→
_ Dental Health Oral HealthDigital Dentistry Is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience By Sondra Forsyth articleDentistry is undergoing a revolution as “digital dentistry” moves from concept to reality. Digital dentistry allows for a wide variety … Read More→
_ Dental Health Oral HealthDo We Take Better Care of Our Cars Than Our Teeth? By Sondra Forsyth articleWhen you buy a new car, you get an owner’s manual that tells you when to get the oil changed, … Read More→
_ High blood pressure / hypertension Hypertension Oral HealthPoor Oral Health Linked to Higher Blood Pressure and Worse Blood Pressure Control By Sondra Forsyth articlePeople with high blood pressure taking medication for their condition are more likely to benefit from the therapy if they … Read More→
_ Dental Health Oral HealthHow to Build Mutual Respect in the Dentist-Patient Relationship By Sondra Forsyth articleThere is a wealth of information available to dentists on how to build a better relationship with their patients – … Read More→
_ Dental Health Oral HealthSome Obvious and Not-So-Obvious Diet Tips to Keep Your Teeth Healthy By Sondra Forsyth articleYou brush three times a day. You floss each night. But then, admit it, you down a soda or you … Read More→
_ Oral HealthFive Ways Neglecting Your Teeth Could Cost You - In Money and In Health By Jane Farrell articleHere’s a hard fact to chew on: Adults between the ages of 20 and 64 average losing about seven permanent … Read More→
_ Dental Health Oral HealthOlder Americans Who Neglect Oral Care Put Overall Health at Risk By Sondra Forsyth articleConscientious parents constantly remind their children to brush and floss, and routinely schedule dental checkups to make sure their teeth … Read More→
_ Oral Health5 Keys to Protecting Your Investment in Your Child's Braces By Jane Farrell articleBraces are a major investment for families. According to a survey by the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics, the average price … Read More→
_ Dental Health Oral HealthHow Gum Disease Can Be at the Root of 5 Serious Health Issues By Sondra Forsyth articleYour dentist keeps warning you about bleeding or inflamed gums for a reason. They can be a gateway to serious … Read More→
_ Caregiving Dental Health Oral Health StrokeWhat Caregivers Must Know About Dental Needs After a Loved One Has a Stroke By Sondra Forsyth articleDentistry isn’t normally on the priority list for caregivers of stroke patients, but it should be. The person in recovery … Read More→
_ Oral Health4 Ways You Might Have A Toxic Time Bomb Ticking in Your Mouth By Jane Farrell articleResearchers warn about toxic exposures in the environment and how those may lead to major health issues. Sometimes that toxicity … Read More→
Dental Health Oral Health3 Things You Should Know About Fad Diets and Bad Breath By Sondra Forsyth articleFad diets gain popularity because they let you shed pounds quickly, but health professionals warn they often come with side … Read More→