As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and your oral or dental health. That’s because our oral health can influence our overall health and well-being. The older we get, the more at risk we are for a host of oral health problems.
They say with age, comes wisdom. And there’s no wiser time to talk about our oral health than right now. That’s because approximately one-fourth of adults age 65 and older have no remaining teeth, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not to mention that almost a third of older adults have untreated […]
Continue ReadingSometimes our teeth let us know when we have a cavity; other times, we may not realize it until we have a checkup. But the earlier you are able to detect a cavity, the easier it will be to deal with it. What is a cavity? A cavity is a hole in your tooth that […]
Continue ReadingTis the season for delicious foods. And with it the challenges of managing how much and how often you indulge. Here are a few helpful hints to keep you on track toward maintaining that perfect seasonal smile through the New Year and beyond! Brush after every meal. When you brush immediately after having breakfast, lunch […]
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to our oral health, spit really is “it”. In fact, it turns out the moistness in our mouths plays an integral role in our overall health. These are some interesting facts about saliva you may not know. First of all, what is saliva? Considering the human body is 60 percent water, it […]
Continue ReadingWe all know it’s important to floss, but here are a few tips and reminders that can help keep it top of mind: 1. Floss before you brush: This helps loosen up particles that can then be removed by brushing your teeth afterwards. 2. Floss before bedtime: you don’t want to go to bed with […]
Continue ReadingAs a new school year begins, many of our kids will be hitting the fields, the courts, the ice and more as they participate in team or individual sports. While some sports require equipment such as pads and helmets, one piece of equipment can be overlooked. It is the mouthguard. While mouthguards offer protection from […]
Continue ReadingBack to school means back to the dentist: Identifying problems now can help with better attendance and improved confidence When making your list of to-do’s before another busy school year begins, make sure you include a visit to the dentist. A trip to see the professionals at Longmeadow Family Dental Care makes good sense for […]
Continue ReadingIf you get them, you know the feeling. Canker sores, those little ulcers in your mouth, can make talking and eating uncomfortable. It’s amazing how such a tiny thing can make you miserable in such a big way. There are two types of canker sores: simple and complex. Simple ones are the most common, and […]
Continue ReadingSleep. We all seemingly can’t get enough of it these days. One of the causes of this is… you guessed it… snoring. It has been estimated that 60 million Americans snore and at least 18 million suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The most common signs of OSA are snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness. How […]
Continue ReadingAs most people make their lists of resolutions this year, they will include things such as losing weight, eating healthier, saving more and maybe even going on that trip you’ve always dreamed of taking. But not many will have resolutions to improve their teeth. So we’ve compiled a few suggestions to help you start off, […]
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