Tooth decay is the most prevalent chronic disease in adults and children worldwide, second only to the common cold. It’s a silent epidemic that can lead to pain, tooth loss, and other conditions that negatively impact your overall health and well-being. That may sound dire, but tooth decay is also largely preventable. With a consistent […]
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Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding and clenching. With the daily pressures of work and the turbulence of modern life, stress seems to have become part of the package. Ignoring it, however, impacts more than your emotional and physical well-being; it also affects your oral health. Stress often leads to teeth grinding. You
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Taking care of your teeth and gums shouldn’t feel like a chore, nor should it require hours out of your busy workday for routine check-ups. That’s the beauty of Dentists on Demand – we bring the preventative care you need right to your office. To help you prepare for our visit and empower you to
Happy holidays! As the winter holidays approach and 2024 draws to a close, we at Dentists on Demand make sure to take time out from our routines to reflect on the warmth, joy, and gratitude that infuses our practice throughout the year – all of it because of the confidence you have placed in our
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Halloween, originally a celebration of the bounty reaped during the harvest season, has always summoned the specter of indulgence. Today, that same spirit endures, infusing the holiday’s spooky parties, creative costumes, sweet treats, and festive beverages. While it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement, the excesses of candy and alcohol can have frightening
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In 2009, the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) helped launch National Dental Hygiene Month, which has been recognized annually in October since its inception. ADHA took these steps because it saw a need for people to focus more on preventative oral health. October may be the spooky season, but it’s also a time for raising
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Menopause marks a significant milestone in a woman’s life, often bringing with it a host of physiological changes. As hormonal shifts take place, particularly the reduction in estrogen, women may experience various symptoms affecting their overall health. Yet one often overlooked area is oral health. Hot flashes, mood swings, and bone density loss are frequently
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The pursuit of a chiseled jawline and overall facial fitness has gained a lot of traction with Gen Z lately. As Callie Holtermann pointed out in her article for the New York Times, “Young men are buying ‘Facial Fitness’ chewing gum that promises to bulk up their jawlines. But dentists say the products are not
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Watermelon and summer go together like, well, watermelon and summer. Not only is watermelon the symbolic fruit of the season – a ubiquitous mainstay of picnics, beach parties, and backyard barbecues – it’s also a great way to promote oral health during warmer months. Instead of offering your employees doughnuts as a break room treat,
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Oral Health Month is a reminder of how dental hygiene contributes to our overall health and well-being. As the Mayo Clinic points out, the mouth can be a window to the rest of your body: ”Without good oral hygiene, germs can reach levels that might lead to infections, such as tooth decay and gum disease.”
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