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Saved by a Straw: Oral Health Benefits of Drinking Through a Straw

July 14, 2021 Wyatt Dilling

Straws get flack for contributing to pollution, but some individuals like older adults rely on single-use straws to get through the day with adequate hydration.

Straws have become an icon in the fight against non-reusable plastics. Plastic straws make up about 7% of plastic product waste found in the U.S., and they’ve been a recent topic for state legislatures including Washington and California. Both businesses and cities are urging … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Health & Wellness

Tooth-Friendly Endurance Training Recovery Snack for Cyclists and Runners

July 14, 2021 Wyatt Dilling

Cyclists, runners, and swimmers need tooth-friendly recipes for athletes that will not only keep you fueled, but are delicious, as well.

Whether you’re an amateur athlete, a weekend warrior, or a competing endurance athlete, it’s likely you eat and drink sugar and carbohydrates before, during, and after exercise. You probably consume quite a bit to stay fueled and feed your muscles the nutrients they need. This is … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Health & Wellness, Recipes & Nutrition

A History of “Halitosis” and the Listerine Marketing Campaign

June 11, 2021 Di Salas

Bad breath has always been around, but medicine for halitosis hasn’t. How did it come to be? Check out the history.

Bad breath can happen to any of us. What we eat, how often we brush, and if we floss all contribute. When we hear “halitosis,” however, we think of a chronic and persistent issue that even the most flavorful gum can’t hide. Have you ever wondered how using the term “halitosis” … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Benefits, Dental Health, Health & Wellness

Does Your Child Suck Their Thumb?

June 11, 2021 Di Salas

If your child is thumb-sucking, pay attention to changes in the mouth and the frequency of the thumb-sucking habit.

Does your child suck their thumb? It’s not uncommon. According to Stanford Children’s Health, almost 90% of newborns “show some form of hand sucking by two hours after birth.” It’s a natural reflex for young kids and can even help them feel safe or handle stress. But oral … [Read more...]

Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids, Health & Wellness

Why our smile is our superpower

May 14, 2021 Di Salas

Get ready to celebrate Smile Power Day on June 15th by brushing up on our top 3 smile superpowers!

With comic books and movie adaptions making up a large part of modern entertainment, it’s easy to wonder about having superpowers. While many wish for super strength or the ability to fly, what many folks don’t realize is that they already have a superpower right under their … [Read more...]

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