Oral & Vision Health Blog

Stroke Awareness Month: Links between Oral Health and Strokes

Dental professionals continually attempt to educate the public on the benefits of proper oral hygiene. Regular brushing and dental check-ups are recommended for people of all ages ...
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Lack of Vitamin C can Promote Gingivitis

We all know vitamin C can help stave off illness and keep our bodies strong. That’s why we drink OJ, take vitamin C supplements, etc. Vitamin C helps your body maintain and repair ...
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15 Most Common Insurance Terms and Definitions

Signing up for health, dental or vision insurance (or a plan that covers all of them) can introduce you to a whole new vocabulary. There are words and phrases used in insurance ...
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Tongue Scraping: 4 Reasons to Do It

Tongue scraping may sound like an odd concept. But, it really works!
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6 Dental Myths Debunked!

We’ve all likely heard them at some point. Those urban legends passed on from generation to generation—tales and beliefs told by our parents’ parents that continue on to this day. ...
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Know the Different Types of Dental Fillings Available to You

There are three main types of dental fillings available to people who require them: gold, silver amalgam and composite. Each of these different options has its own unique set of ...
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How to Keep Your Eyes Road-Ready When Driving with Cataracts

If you’ve been a driver for any period of time, chances are, you’ve been the victim of the loud blast of someone’s horn. Sometimes they’re wrong of course and don’t know what ...
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Can Your Toothbrush Make You Sick?

What You Need to Know to Stay Healthy It's no surprise that toothbrushes carry germs on them since they are used in your mouth, which is home to any sickness or virus that you ...
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How Vegetarians Can Ensure Good Oral Health

Although in many ways vegetarians follow a very healthy diet, you may be surprised that those who eat plant-based diets may have poorer dental health. Nutrients that are essential ...
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How to Overcome the Pain of Oral Surgery

Operations are painful – period. However, when you need work done on your mouth, it could be a bit more uncomfortable than usual. We use our mouths every day to talk and eat, and ...
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