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• posted: Jan. 30, 2021
• oral health,  nutrition

During this time of year, many of us dust off traditional family recipes and make our favorite holiday treats. There is, however, a small price to pay for all Read More

• posted: May 14, 2020
• oral cancer,  nutrition

Oral cancer is one of the more dangerous malignancies people face. But there are ways you can reduce your risk of this deadly disease through changes in lifestyle habits Read More

• posted: Oct. 07, 2019
• tooth decay,  nutrition

Tooth enamel, to play on a phrase from Shakespeare, is made of “sterner stuff.” The strongest substance in the body, enamel can take years of biting and chewing and Read More

• posted: Jun. 29, 2019
• gum disease,  nutrition

In the quest for the ideal diet, people often stress over one particular food group: carbohydrates. And for good reason—some carbohydrates have been linked to chronic inflammation, a contributing Read More

• posted: Jun. 09, 2019
• oral health,  nutrition

Occurrences of obesity and Type 2 diabetes have soared in the last few decades. While there are a number of influencing factors, health officials place most of the blame Read More

• posted: Jul. 24, 2018
• pediatric dentistry,  nutrition

If you’re committed to providing your family nutritional, low-sugar snacks, you’re not only helping their physical well-being but their dental health too. If you have school-age children, though, you Read More

• posted: Jun. 14, 2018
• oral hygiene,  oral health,  nutrition

“The Freshman 15” is a popular way of referring to the phenomenon of new college students gaining weight during their freshman year (although the average is less than fifteen Read More

• posted: Feb. 17, 2017
• oral cancer,  nutrition

Good nutrition is vital for maintaining health and preventing disease, especially for your mouth. A diet rich in whole foods — fresh fruits and vegetables, protein and dairy products Read More