Oral cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the world, accounting for 30,000 newly diagnosed cases and 8,000 deaths each year. If not diagnosed and treated in its early stages, oral cancer can spread, leading to chronic pain, loss of function, facial and oral disfigurement and even death. Who gets oral cancer? Anyone can get…
Here is how to prepare your teen for a lifetime of health smiles. In the busy lives of teenagers, oral health may not feel like a top priority. However, dental decay is the most common chronic disease in young people between the ages of 6 and 19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention….
How your mental health affects your teeth. Feeling blue? Your teeth might not be doing so well, either. Recent research suggests that people with anxiety or depression may experience a decline in oral health. Understand the connection and learn what to do if it’s happening to you. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination…
This holiday season, don’t forget about your oral health! View the links below to learn more about how to keep your teeth healthy over the holidays. Healthy Holidays The winter holidays can be tough on your teeth. With the right approach, you can stay on top of your dental wellness. Be smart about sweets What…