Ingredients: 1 ½ frozen bananas ¾ cup canned coconut milk 1 ½ cups fresh spinach 10-15 fresh mint leaves 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass and add a mint leaf for garnish, if desired. Enjoy ..read more

Disabled children can be more likely to have oral health problems. That’s why it’s especially important to help them with daily oral hygiene and make regular dental visits comfortable for them ..read more

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of Americans aged 30 or older have periodontitis, or gum disease. Periodontitis can lead to tooth loss, affect overall health and be aggravated by poor oral health habits, smoking, medication and an unhealthy diet.1 In honor of Gum Disease Awareness Month, take a moment to learn how periodontal (gum) disease can affect your health and how to prevent it ..read more

Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, and studies show a relationship between heart disease and gum disease. Learn how how a healthy smile can lead to a healthy heart. Gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, is an infection and inflammation of the gum tissues and bone that hold your teeth in place. In its early stage, it’s called gingivitis and can cause inflamed, red gums that bleed ..read more

You can make this tasty Vietnamese dish in record time with this easy recipe. Enjoy the hearty flavor and the healthful benefits of fiber, protein and immunity-boosting herbs and spices. It’s even high in calcium and phosphorus for stronger teeth ..read more

Prevention, prevention, prevention. Dental coverage puts a lot of focus on avoiding oral health problems — so much so that benefit plans usually cover routine checkups and cleanings at 100 ..read more

Fluoride is a mineral that can strengthen enamel and prevent tooth decay from progressing. However, fluoride is not as protective on the open pits and deep fissures in your teeth. Fortunately, dental sealants provide an excellent solution to this problem ..read more

If you have fallen short on your New Year’s resolutions so far, don’t worry – it takes time to solidify new healthy habits. It's not too late to begin working on some oral health resolutions if you haven’t already ..read more

Stress can be managed. Here’s how stress and your mouth are connected, along with some practical stressbusters that will help keep you smiling ..read more

Is your practice still working with paper documents and traditional desktop-based solutions? Think about transitioning paper to digital and creating a cloud-based practice, which can ensure security, while saving your office time and costs ..read more