Dental insurance: Do or ditch?
The Latest BuzzIs dental insurance worth it? It depends on your needs. Having dental coverage can make it more affordable to get the dental care you need, but it is important to understand that most dental benefit plans do not cover all dental procedur...
Vaping: Smoke and Mirrors
Oral Health, The Latest BuzzTobacco use among teenagers continues to be a problem, despite warnings about the dangers of nicotine and recent deaths among teens due to e-cigarettes. Although vaping is thought to be less harmful than cigarettes, it still has tremendo...
Why athletes get more cavities
Oral HealthWhile exercise may do a body good, it may do some harm to your oral health. A recent study in Europe of Olympic and professional athletes found that these elites have higher rates of tooth decay and gingivitis, despite having better oral...
Eliminating Keto Breath
Oral Health, The Latest BuzzWhat is keto breath? The ketogenic diet, popularly called the keto diet, and other low-carb diets help you lose weight faster. Specifically, the keto diet is a high-fat, moderate-protein, low-carb diet designed to induce ketosis, a natur...
Teeth whitening: is it safe?
Oral HealthRecently, the news warned people that teeth whitening may not be safe after a study at Stockton University in New Jersey indicated that some damage to teeth does occur as a result of exposure to these whitening chemicals. Kelly Keenan’s,...
The not so sweet truth about juice
Oral Health, child nutrition, tooth decayLimit your child’s consumption of fruit juices. The reason why juice isn’t necessary for children is due to the high sugar content in processed fruit juice, and it offers no nutritional benefit to children under age 1. Toddlers age 1-3...
Designer Bottled Water: Do or Ditch?
Oral Health, The Latest BuzzWe all know that water is essential to our health as it keeps us hydrated, protects our joints, protects teeth against cavities (if water is fluoridated), and helps our whole body function smoothly. The evolution of bottled water, with...
Oil pulling: Do or Ditch?
Oral Health, The Latest BuzzWhat is oil pulling? Oil pulling isn’t just a fad, it’s an ancient Ayurvedic practice is making a comeback. Believers say it is a natural way to cleanse and detoxify your mouth and body by removing harmful pathogens. Oil pulling enth...
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Oral HealthIt’s been estimated that approximately 90 million people in North America suffer from sleep disorders, including insomnia, snoring and sleep apnea. Patients visit their dentist on a more regular basis than other health care professiona...
Top Tips To Prevent Tooth Grinding
Oral HealthHow are Americans dealing with these difficult economic times? They’re taking the stress out on their teeth, if you ask dentists. The Chicago Dental Society recently surveyed more than 250 of its members to see if stressing about the e...
Taking Care of Baby Teeth
Oral Health, Teeth CleaningThe American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs recently updated its guidance to caregivers – now recommending children’s teeth be brushed with a fluoride toothpaste as soon as the first tooth arrives. CSA previously reco...
Cappuccino Panna Cotta Recipe
RecipesPanna cotta (Italian for “cooked cream”) is a dessert of sweetened cream and flavored with rum, vanilla or coffee. This version combines dark chocolate and coffee, both are good sources of antioxidants. Have dessert with benefits! Ac...
Immune-Boosting Broth
RecipesSlay vampires and keep colds at bay with this healthy broth. Garlic has long been used for its medicinal properties, which include allicin, a chemical that might relieve pain and act as an anti-inflammatory. Note: parsley will help with ...
Slow-Roasted Salmon
RecipesIngredients: 1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. harissa paste (preferably New York Shuk) 1 garlic clove, grated 1 lemon, halved 1 2-lb. skinless center-cut salmon fillet Kosher salt Mixed tender herbs (such as parsley, cilantro, dill, ...
Tahini Cake
RecipesA slice of cake and a fit lifestyle are not mutually exclusive. This easy recipe from Eva Kosmas Flores, the Portland, Oregon-based author of First We Eat, contains healthy fats from coconut oil and tahini. The latter is also rich in vit...
Protect Your Greatest Asset: Your Head
The Latest BuzzApril is National Facial Protection Month. We want to make sure our patients and their teammates are properly protected from sports-related injuries to teeth, mouth and face. Here is some information on how to keep your smile intact and ...
Best Time to Brush Your Teeth?
Oral Health, Teeth CleaningDoes timing actually matter when it comes to brushing our teeth? Yes, it turns out the order in which we perform our morning rituals can impact the health of our teeth over the long haul. Other than getting rid of “morning breath”, anoth...
Top Invisalign Myths
Oral Health1. Invisalign is only for minor tooth movement. Invisalign can be used for more difficult cases. Since Invisalign moves teeth differently than braces do, the treatment success relies on the doctor’s understanding of the mechanics and ...
Simple Spaghetti
RecipesIngredients: 12 oz. spaghetti or other long pasta Kosher salt 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 3 oil-packed anchovy filets (optional*) 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1 c. finely ...
Wild Salmon Dip Recipe
RecipesIngredients: 1 (6 oz.) pkg Patagonia Provisions Wild Sockeye Salmon with Lemon Pepper (reserve oil from pouch) 1 (8 oz.) pkg Neufchatel cream cheese 2-3 green onions (including the green) or you can substitute with a small sweet onion...