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Our Five Favorite Toothpastes
These days, consumers are faced with an almost overwhelming number of choices of toothpaste, each promising to deliver white, healthy, cavity-free teeth. As a general rule, you should only buy toothpaste marked with the seal of the American Dental Association (ADA). This seal indicates that the product has been thoroughly tested by dental professionals and evaluated to assess the validity
Invest in Dental Care Now, and Save Money Later
It’s a complaint many dentists hear all too often: “Dentistry is so expensive. I just can’t afford it.” The cost of dental care is a valid concern, but one that should be weighed carefully against the greater context of healthcare costs. In our last entry, we discussed the link between poor dental hygiene and heart disease. According to the American
The Link Between Oral Hygiene and Heart Disease
Neglecting our oral health doesn’t just make for unsightly teeth and uncomfortable trips to the dentist; it can also have measurable negative effects on other aspects of our health as well. In the past decade, a number of studies have concluded that poor oral health can actually increase our risk of heart disease and stroke. How does this happen? In
