CardioSmart Blood Pressure Infographic
Thank you to CardioSmart.org for this wonderful graphic and teaching all of us that once you know your numbers, you can make a plan to keep them in a healthy range. Small changes in your eating habits and physical activity routine can make a big difference. Click here...
Affirmations are Powerful
AFFIRMATIONS ARE POWERFUL! They are positive words or phrases that can be used to remind us of what is true. Affirmations can have a tremendous influence on overall well-being and self-esteem. As powerful as they are for adults, they can be just as powerful—and...
WHO Said What?
Earlier this week, the WHO released an article that got air time on news services. The WHO, as a world organization, makes recommendations for the global community. We fully support the diligence needed during this pandemic. The WHO did indicate that ultimate...
Oral Health During a Pandemic
With the outbreak of the coronavirus, treatment for inflammation and the prevention of infection and disease is more important than ever. The human body can only handle so much inflammation, and the healthier a person is - the less chronic inflammation taxing the body...
Welcome to Oral Systemic Health Week 2018!
When I think of all the lifesaving information I hope to share with you this week, there is a single topic that stands apart…and it’s the opportunity to BREATHE! This simple need seems to sum up life as we know it! While this topic and the topic of sleep apnea therapy...
The Oral Systemic Connection of Pregnancy
Congratulations! You just found out that you are expecting a baby! You have so much to look forward to! Don't forget the dental health of you and your unborn baby! WHAT? Pregnancy is the period from conception (when a woman's egg is fertilized) to birth....
The Oral Systemic Connection of Rheumatoid Arthritis
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a form of inflammatory arthritis and an autoimmune disease. For reasons no one fully understands, in rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system - which is designed to protect our health by attacking foreign cells...
The Oral Systemic Connection of Diabetes
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is your main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from food get into...
Oral Systemic Connection of Heart Disease
Research has shown that periodontal disease is associated with several other diseases. For a long time it was thought that bacteria was the factor that linked periodontal disease to other disease in the body; however, more recent research demonstrates that...
October is National Dental Hygiene Month and Oral Systemic Health Month
It’s October. What are you doing to make sure your smile is the best it can be? We know everyone leads busy lives, but no matter how busy you are you should always take some time to make sure that your teeth and gums are healthy. October is National Dental Hygiene...