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...]
DIY Tooth Fairy and Baby Tooth Costume!
STEP 1: Tooth Fairy Crown Supplies: ToothbrushesPlastic CrownHot Glue GunPaint BrushesPaintFelt Steps: 1. Paint crown. Let dry. 2. Save up old toothbrushes for this part. Wash them in the dishwasher. Hot glue toothbrushes to front on crown. 3. Cut tooth shape … [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...]
Mouth Ulcers Linked to Stress, Anxiety, Depression | Why Mouth Ulcers Develop
Studies prove that our oral health is tightly connected to our overall health. Researchers know there’s a strong link between periodontal (gum) disease and our mood. Conditions like stress, distress, anxiety, depression and loneliness are linked with poorer oral health. The … [Read more...]
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