The American Dental Association (ADA) recognizes that members of the public have questions about whether they should continue to visit their dentist during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because the ADA is currently recommending dentists close their offices to all but...
You are probably already aware that there is growing support for the legalization of marijuana for both general use and medical use in the U.S. and other countries. There already are states that have legalized the possession of marijuana for citizens who are 21 years...
Do you sleep with your mouth open? It’s an accepted fact that dental health and overall well-being are closely related. Although, it is difficult at times to identify the specific causes of dental problems. A recent report by New Zealand researchers, published...
A cracked tooth can range in severity from a minor nuisance to a major concern depending on the location, cause, and severity. While there are a number of different corrective measures your dentist can take in the event that you suspect you have cracked a tooth, it is...
Dental patients come in all sizes, shapes and ages. Proper dental care must be age appropriate. It must also be well matched to a patient’s specific dental needs. One approach does not fit all. Here are a few tips to understand how dental care can meet the needs...
Growing old is not easy. In terms of promoting proper elder dental care, which also impacts overall well being, the challenges are just beginning to be understood and quantified. Based on statistics from the American Dental Association, approximately one fifth of...
