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The Unique Connection Between Oral Health and Mental Health

April 21, 2022 Di Salas

Woman relaxing and doing yoga.

*Updated May 2025 The connection between oral health and physical health is well-known. For example, poor oral health puts you at a higher risk for heart disease, stroke, and other serious illnesses. But what about the relationship between oral health and mental health? You … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults, Hawaii, Health & Wellness

Oral Cancer: What are the Symptoms?

March 28, 2022 Di Salas

Visiting the dentist isn’t just about making sure you’re cavity-free and have the cleanest, whitest teeth you can. It’s also about ensuring that you have good oral health and detecting any oral health complications or diseases before they get out of control. One thing screened for during dentist appointments is oral cancer.

Visiting the dentist isn’t just about making sure you’re cavity-free and have the cleanest, whitest teeth you can. It’s also about ensuring that you have good oral health and detecting any oral health complications or diseases before they get out of control. One thing screened … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults

Kidneys & Oral Health: Can Kidney Disease Affect Oral Health?

February 23, 2022 Di Salas

Happy World Kidney Day! In honor of the foundation of our renal system, brush up on the connection between kidney disease and oral health. It just might save your mouth.

The human body is a complex structure made up of interconnected systems that rely and depend on each other. As a result, different parts of our bodies can have a direct effect on others—sometimes good and sometimes bad. This fact proves to be particularly true for individuals … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults

3 Heart-to-Hearts to Have with Your Dentist

January 26, 2022 Di Salas

The heart wants what it wants, and your heart wants you to take care of your mouth. According to several studies, gum disease is associated with heart disease. Which means it’s important to have good oral health habits, especially for those who are afflicted with heart conditions.

The heart wants what it wants, and your heart wants you to take care of your mouth. According to several studies, gum disease is associated with heart disease. Which means it’s important to have good oral health habits, especially for those who are afflicted with heart … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults, Hawaii

New Year’s Resolutions: Make Them Stick

December 15, 2021 Di Salas

Stick to your New Year’s resolution with our recommendations for attaining those new year’s goals.

The tradition of a New Year’s Resolution can be traced right back to ancient Babylon, where Babylonians promised their God that they would return all borrowed objects and debt from the previous year. This tradition has evolved and today a New Year’s Resolution is more … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Older Adults, Holiday

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