Periodontal disease impacts nearly 50% of adults in the US over the age of 30. That percentage jumps to 70% in adults 65 and older. Looking at these numbers, it’s
Since we’ve all been wearing masks over the past year and beyond , many of us have gotten a lot more up close with our breath, and realized that it
There are 178 million US adults missing at least one tooth and many options for replacement, knowing all of your options is important so you can make the most well informed
Menopause, a phase of life all women must go through, yet many of the symptoms are not frequently discussed. We’re here to speak particularly about the oral health impacts of menopause on women. As we age our oral health changes, but for women, menopause brings additional concerns. Around 3,000 women reach menopausal age daily, but the manifestations of menopause in oral health are even less widely discussed than overall symptoms.
Sealants are another line of defense against cavities, in addition to brushing and flossing. On the chewing surface of our molar teeth there are tiny grooves and pits, that are
Decrease of saliva in the mouth is known as dry mouth or Xerostomia. This can happen for a number of reasons, and sometimes you may not even notice. Dry mouth
