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Because Everyone Deserves a Healthy Smile
Because Everyone Deserves a Healthy Smile
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The Unique Connection Between Oral and Mental Health
*Updated May 2023 Mind and Mouth Connection The connection between oral health and mental health The connection between oral health and physical health is well-known. For example, poor oral health puts you at a higher … Read More
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Top 5 Ways to Ease Dental Anxiety
Does the thought of visiting the dentist ever make you feel uneasy, nervous, or scared? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. In fact, experiencing feelings of fear or anxiousness about going to the dentist is more … Read More
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What to do After an Eye Injury
When you think about injuries, what comes to mind? Broken bones? Sprained ankles? Maybe a laceration? Most people do not think of the eyes as a common place to have an injury. However, each year … Read More
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The importance of eye protection when playing sports
*Updated September 2023 Athletes know the importance of protecting their bodies when playing sports. Helmets, pads, and mouth guards are just a few of the items used to keep them safe. When it comes to … Read More
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What are the different types of dentists?
Visiting your dentist is essential to maintaining proper oral health. But did you know that there are several different types of dentists? Just like doctors specialize in different parts of the body, dentists specialize in different … Read More
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Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist: What is the Difference?
If you are confused about the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist, you’re not alone! Not many people fully understand the difference between the two. In this article we will cover the similarities and … Read More
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Smile, employers! There are ways to create a more positive workplace.
Do you help make your employees smile? Happy workers make for a more successful business. When workers feel respected and valued, they’re more likely to be happy and engaged. Workplaces that lack a positive atmosphere … Read More
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Top 5 ways to take care of your children’s teeth
You’ve probably seen the struggles of getting kids to brush their teeth. However, making your child’s oral health a priority is important for their overall wellbeing. Believe it or not, there are things parents can … Read More
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Mouth ulcer development and the link to stress, anxiety, depression
As we’ve been sharing for years, oral health is tightly connected to our overall health. Conditions like stress, distress, anxiety, depression, and loneliness are linked with poor oral health, including the development of painful mouth ulcers. A … Read More
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When your child says “I’m scared of the dentist”
We know visits to the dentist play a critical role in maintaining a child’s oral health. That might be hard for kids to understand as they lie back in an unfamiliar office with a stranger standing … Read More