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
Read more →There’s nothing more refreshing than a cold glass of lemonade or a cold soft drink on a hot day. Don’t forget about the s’mores around the campfire that also says summer. Some of our summer food traditions can be damaging to your teeth. Sugar is harmful, but it isn’t the only thing that causes problems
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Whether you call them cold sores, oral herpes, or fever blisters, they are essentially the same thing. They seem to coincide with winter and they can be very painful and somewhat embarrassing. What is a Cold Sore? Cold sores are fluid-filled “fever” blisters that generally form on or around your lips. Occasionally they form inside
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Chronic diseases and your oral health are often a mutual interchange. Some chronic diseases cause problems for your oral health, and some oral health issues have been linked to specific chronic diseases or conditions. Systemic diseases such as lupus may have some oral health symptoms. Regular dental care with Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS will
Read more →March 6, 2022 is National Dentist’s Day! How will you thank your dentist? This day is set aside to recognize those who specialize in oral health and celebrates the essential work provided by dentists and the members of her dental team. Let’s celebrate Dr. Angela S. Evanson, DDS and the important role she plays
Read more →February is Gum Disease Awareness Month February is “Gum Disease Awareness Month”, and since nearly 65 million Americans have some form of gum disease, this is an effort to raise public awareness of how to prevent it. Gingivitis Gingivitis is a non-destructive type of gum disease, but if left untreated it can progress to periodontitis.
Read more →The holidays are nearly here, and with them comes a wonderful array of delicacies you’ve been waiting to enjoy since last year. Following are some tips to enjoy the holidays and find ways to have a healthy mouth throughout the coming weeks. With a little forethought you can get through the holidays with your
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There are some healthy habits people engage in that may actually damage your teeth. When you develop habits to improve your well-being, you might not always be aware of the problems they could cause for your teeth. Following are some healthy practices that could also be damaging your teeth. Don’t Brush Your Teeth Right
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