April was Oral Cancer Awareness Month; a time when dental professionals joined with other medical professionals to highlight the dangers that oral cancer brings, and to call attention to the progress made in fighting this disease. Early detection is the best way to lower the risk of this cancer and it’s important to make detection
Prevent Cavities This Easter – Your Mouth Will Thank You for It! Easter is quickly approaching; are cavities soon to follow? Easter and Halloween rival each other as being the biggest candy celebrations in the United States. Consequently, Americans spend an average of $28.11 per person on Easter candy. This equals 120 million pounds of
If you wake up with a headache and a sore jaw or facial pain you may be grinding your teeth during your sleep. Bruxism is the act of clenching the jaw or grinding the teeth during sleep and a number of factors can cause this problem. Although this is often associated with stress, it can
Our bodies benefit in many ways when we are conscientious about taking steps for good oral health. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, more than 90 percent of all systemic diseases (such as Aids or Diabetes) produce oral signs and symptoms. The relationship between your oral health and your overall health provides additional reasons
Smiling is usually the result of a happy situation or a positive outlook on life. Have you ever noticed that people treat you differently when you smile? Smiling can increase happiness and an overall sense of joy to you and to those you encounter. There are many explanations as to why you feel like smiling.
What you eat and oral health go hand in hand. Eating nutrient-rich foods from all the food groups promotes healthy teeth and gums. A balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, protein foods, calcium-rich foods and whole grains provides essential nutrients for optimum oral health as well as your overall health. If your diet is low in
Do you feel tired, irritated or lethargic? One out of five adults in America have mild obstructive sleep apnea, which deprives you of good sleep, resulting in these and other symptoms. Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS can help with this annoying and potentially dangerous issue and improve your overall health. What Are the Health Risks
Valentine’s Day is approaching and it may be the best time to show off your beautiful white smile. Do you want to look your best for your special Valentine? When you whiten your teeth, you can smile with confidence and a beautiful smile is contagious! If you’ve always wanted a beautiful white smile, you’re not
We typically associate February with the month of love. It’s easy to show love to friends and family, but do you show love to your teeth? Your teeth are pretty important! Not only are they the first stage in eating and digestion, but a healthy set of teeth will keep you looking your very best.
Dental health for children is an important topic for all caregivers. Do your children balk when it comes time to brush their teeth? Do you know when to take your child to the dentist for the first time? What is the best way to prepare your child for the whirring machinery, sharp instruments and a
