High School Seniors! It’s that time of year to schedule taking your senior pictures. These photos are more than casual selfies; they will go down in history in your school yearbook and will be looked at by all your friends and family for years to come. Your smile is the first thing people notice in
The fall harvest is underway and there is an abundance of fresh fruits and veggies to choose from as local growers reap their harvest from the growing season. September is National Fruits and Veggies Month! Healthy teeth benefit from the fresh fruits and veggies because of their nutritional values. A healthy diet can benefit our
In most situations you are encouraged to ask questions if you want to know about a subject or situation. Parents talk to their children’s teachers in school, their medical doctor and hopefully they ask questions in the dentist’s office. Asking Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS questions is an important part of your long-term dental picture.
The American Dental Association, cites that taking care of your oral health is more than preventing cavities. Your mouth is the gateway to your body’s overall health and neglecting your teeth can lead to other major diseases. What are the Consequences of Neglecting Your Teeth? Cavities are the most obvious result of neglecting your teeth,
It is a given that smoking is bad for your health, but did you realize it is a key contributor to dental problems too? According to the American Dental Association (ADA), smoking and tobacco are also major contributors to dental problems. There have been strides made in educating the general public about the dangers of
If you want a healthy smile and beautiful white teeth, read on! Some of your everyday habits can ruin your chances of accomplishing the common goal of a nice smile. Some of the things you do every day can be harmful to your teeth. Your teeth are an important part of your body and when
Teens! The foods you choose to eat now can affect your general and oral health for years to come. If your diet consists of pizza, hamburgers, sugary cola drinks and other non-nutritious snacks, you could be at risk for obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay. Did you know that tooth decay is the most common chronic
Not long ago the need for dentures was an unavoidable solution as you got older. Today, 75 percent of individuals over 65 years old have at least some of their natural teeth. As you age, older people have higher rates of dental decay, gum disease, oral cancer, and tooth loss. How can you counteract the
If your child’s teeth look stained and discolored, there may be several underlying causes. Make sure to include a consultation with Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS. She will know if there is a vitamin deficiency, a problem with the tooth enamel, or simply not brushing regularly or thoroughly. Following is some of the reasons behind
Daily brushing and flossing removes food particles and plaque from the smooth surfaces of your teeth, but it’s almost impossible to thoroughly brush the nooks and crannies in the back teeth to remove the debris and plaque. Dental sealants help protect these vulnerable areas from tooth decay by “sealing out” plaque and food. Children ages
