Lots of things change as you age, but one thing that shouldn’t is making dental care a priority. A recent study conducted by Crest®, Oral-B®, and AARP found that dental health is one of the top three medical concerns among…
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Fun Summer Lunch Snacks
Make lunchtime easy this summer and set your kid up for success with these healthy, tooth-friendly, and most of all easy lunchtime meals. Turkey & Cheese roll-ups: Put a new spin on the traditional turkey sandwich by rolling turkey, cheese,…
Myths about going to the dentist
We get it. Going to the dentist is probably never going to be your favorite thing to do. That’s cool. But it’s not cool to not do it. Yet, each year according to the American Dental Association, millions of Americans…
3 Things your tongue says about your health
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your tongue. However, when you look at it, it’s probably one of the most important parts of your body. Without it, speaking would be almost…
Sleep apnea: what is it and what can be done about it?
Do you wake up in the mornings feeling as or more tired than when you went to sleep? Or does your partner regularly comment on your loud snoring? If so, you could be suffering from sleep apnea – a common…
The importance of preventative dental treatment
We say it all the time but the importance of regular dental visits cannot be stressed enough. We understand a trip to the dentist isn’t always your favorite thing to do but in doing so you are saving yourself time,…
Show of your smile with confidence
Do you love your smile? Unfortunately for many Americans that answer is no. Yet research shows that your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. So what can you do to get a smile you love?…
You’re not fooling us!
We’re all guilty of it. We look at the calendar, realize tomorrow is our dentist appointment, and immediately begin brushing and flossing. Well, we’re here to let you in on a little secret. Your dentist can tell and he or…
Seasonal allergies and tooth pain
Spring is starting to make its appearance in Southeast Missouri. That means longer days, more sunshine and unfortunately for many – the return of pollen. If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies, probably all…
Protecting your teeth with your diet
From preventing tooth decay and gum disease to building healthier teeth and gums, the foods you eat daily affect your oral health. Here are a few tips from our expert staff on what foods are good for you and what…