Shiver me timbers, matey! On September 19th, we celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Ye landlubbers wouldn’t know it, but there may have been a reason the scallywags of the 7 seas downed so much grog: their oral health habits were atrocious! Avast! Ye better be … [Read more...]
5 Behaviors to Age Gracefully
For some people, the idea of aging is a scary and uncomfortable phase of life to think about. However, aging can be beautiful! Embracing self-care practices, engaging in healthy habits, and taking care of your oral and overall health all contribute to the art of aging … [Read more...]
Exercise: The Fountain of Youth
Have you ever heard the phrase, “You’re as young as you feel?” If you find yourself feeling your age (or older!), it might be time to get active! Even though there are no roadmaps to good health, starting and maintaining an active schedule can contribute to healthier bones, a … [Read more...]
Fruits with High Sugar Content: How bad are they?
Stay away from sugar. Eat plenty of fruit. These are statements we hear constantly. Following these two golden rules is beneficial to both our oral health and overall health. But what should we do when these two opposing statements contradict each other? It may surprise you to … [Read more...]
Celebrate Statehood Day with Tooth-Friendly Fare
Each year on the third Friday in August, we celebrate Statehood Day, the day in 1959 when Hawaii became the 50th state of the union. What better way to celebrate Statehood Day than by chowing down on some seasonal snacks? Regardless of what you make, stick with fresh fruits … [Read more...]
