9 out of 10 smokers have tried their first cigarette by the age of 18. Only 2 percent of smokers try their first cigarette after the age of 26. That means adolescence and early adulthood are crucial years in preventing a smoking habit. Do you know what to do if you catch your … [Read more...]
Parents Urged to Store Kids’ Baby Teeth for Stem Cells
When kids lose their baby teeth (also known as temporary teeth or primary teeth), they make space for their adult teeth to come in. But parents may have more reason to hang on to them than simply as a memento of childhood. And the tooth fairy could be flying away with more than … [Read more...]
Dental Insurance 102 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Feeling confident with the skills you earned in Dental Benefits 101? Sounds like you’re ready to move up a level. Insurance terms are not something we think of fondly - they can be confusing and even intimidating. “Health literacy” is your ability to understand basic health … [Read more...]
“Toothful Tales” Children’s Book Teaches Kids the Importance of Dental Health
Do you dread the day when you have to take your children to the dentist? Dr. Jeanette Courtad, DDS knows this feeling all too well. She decided to make a change in the way kids learn about their dental health. She wrote a book series called "Toothful Tales” to promote oral health … [Read more...]
The Silent Health Assassin | Periodontal, Gum Disease Attacks the Whole Body
It wasn’t long ago that the connection between oral health and overall health seemed distantly related at best. Today, we know this is not the case. There are strong connections between the health of the mouth and the rest of the body. Stop and think about how you’re taking care … [Read more...]
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