by development | Mar 6, 2019 | Cancer, Dental Hygiene, Oral Health
Every year, over 50,000 North Americans are diagnosed with oral or throat cancer, which has a higher death rate than many other common cancers, including cervical cancer, testicular cancer, Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and thyroid or skin cancers.
by development | Jan 23, 2019 | Dental Hygiene, Oral Health, Uncategorized
Stress and Your Oral HealthStress symptoms—which include high blood pressure, severe aches, and insomnia—may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. You may think illness is the culprit when in fact stress may actually be the reason. While...
by development | Jan 16, 2019 | Cavities, Dental Hygiene, Oral Health
Brushing Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re MakingIt’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from Dr. Philip Friedman and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your brushing by avoiding common mistakes. Choose the...
by development | Dec 19, 2018 | Oral Health, Uncategorized
Dental Visits Are Not So BadMany people dread going to the dentist. Dental visits have the reputation of being painful and uncomfortable, and it is common for people to compare unfortunate situations such as having a root canal or feeling the dentist’s drill. However,...
by development | Dec 12, 2018 | Children's Dentistry, Oral Health
Make Brushing Teeth Fun!It’s understandable that kids would rather be playing outside or watching their favorite movie instead of doing a “boring” task like brushing their teeth. But there are ways to make brushing fun for your son or daughter, and encourage healthy...
by development | Nov 28, 2018 | Cavities, Oral Health, Uncategorized
Fluoride Use in AdolescentsFluoride is a mineral that plays an essential role in oral health. In fact, the significant reduction in American tooth decay in recent decades can be attributed to a greater availability of fluoride in public water supplies, toothpaste, and...