It’s pretty common knowledge that carrying excess body weight has poor implications for your health. Usually we relate this condition to other issues like heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure. Researchers at the International & American Associations for Dental Research recently discovered a link...
Read MoreBiannual visits to the dentist are critical to your overall health, especially for your heart. A study done in Taiwan and presented to the American Heart Association in 2011 indicates that regular professional cleanings reduce your risk of a heart attack by 24%. Each...
Read MoreIt’s one thing to wake up with unpleasant breath in the morning, but persistent bad breath isn’t something that should become normal. Halitosis is a condition that is not uncommon; around 25% of the population of the United States has some degree of bad breath....
Read MoreWhen we hear about tobacco, we often hear about its adverse effects on our lungs. But what about its effect on our teeth? All the chemicals hidden in cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and chewing tobacco cause the typical discoloration of your teeth, but they can also...
Read MoreYour child’s first visit to the dentist can be both an exciting and nerve-racking experience, and a big concern is finding the right time to start this process. Some dentists recommend coming in for an appointment at the first tooth sighting, but it’s more widely...
Read MoreDid you know that periodontal disease could be a cause for heart problems? C-reactive protein, or CRP, is a protein that is present in high levels when inflammation is occurring somewhere in the body. Its presence is especially important in indicating heart disease. Recently researchers...
Read MoreWhy not celebrate with booking your biannual cleaning appointments? Dana, the hygienist in Dr. Carter’s office, is always happy to help you keep your smile looking white and bright. In keeping with the spirit of this month, check out these 10 tips on keeping up...
Read More“Brushing your teeth is all you need to get the food out of your teeth. Who cares about flossing anyways?” Your teeth do! Flossing reaches all those crevices and hard-to-reach areas in between your teeth where plaque and tartar can build up. More plaque buildup means...
Read MoreBrushing your teeth is something most of us try to get done quickly right as we’re about to run out the door or crawl into bed. But this simple daily activity is the most basic way we can keep our smiles healthy! Most dentists, including...
Read MoreBad breath is often caused by a buildup of bacteria in your mouth that causes inflammation and gives off noxious odors or gases that smell like sulfur — or worse. Everybody has nasty breath at some point, like when you get out of bed...
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