March is here and your holistic and biological dentists in Wilmington think it’s time for a recipe recharge as we share some healthy ideas you can use to give your body a reboot just in time for spring. We do love our green juice drinks at our Wilmington holistic and biological dental office, give this alternative version a shot and tell us what you think: RECIPE #1: Green Juice Recharge Combine in a blender and puree until smooth: ¼ cup mixed frozen Berries ¼ Avocado ½ packed Kale Leaves, roughly chopped ½ cup Blueberry, Pomegranate or Cherry Juice ¼ cup Coconut Water ½ cup Almond o ..read more

Even though tobacco comes from nature, it doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s 100% good for you. However, as your trusted biological and holistic dentists in Wilmington, we understand that it’s not easy to quit or give up tobacco, no matter what form you choose to use. Please know that we’re here to help and work with you to change what you need to get healthy. How Tobacco Can Affect Your Oral Health There’s no other way to say it other than tobacco can be harmful to your heart, lungs, and overall health. Since most forms of tobacco are used via the mouth, think of what it could also be doing t ..read more

With all of the added stress in our lives today, there are so many reasons why people of all ages are experiencing mental health issues such as heightened anxiety or depression. As your biological and holistic dentist in Wilmington, we want to suggest you give meditation a try. Let us explain why! It’s Good for Everyone and Anyone There are no age restrictions or limitations when it comes to practicing mindfulness and meditation. According to the Mayo Clinic, it’s one of the most simple and least expensive forms of stress relief that doesn’t make you purchase special equipment. They suggest us ..read more

When your biological and holistic dentist in Wilmington is educating patients like you about what it takes to have optimal oral health, we’ll chat with you about your diet and hygiene habits. We also want to know about what else you’re facing in life. Do you exercise regularly? Are you a smoker? Are you experiencing chronic stress? All of these things will affect your oral health — and believe it or not — you can add sleep or lack thereof to this list. Let’s explore more! Lack of Sleep and Tooth Decay A 2017 study out of Korea showed 8300 adults who slept less than five hou ..read more

Have you experience popping and clicking in your jaw that can be downright uncomfortable and feel a little strange?  Even if you’re not in great pain, any abnormalities should always be evaluated by a professional like your Wilmington holistic and biological dentists at All About Smiles. TMJ is a pretty popular term, and it’s used universally to describe issues or disorders of the jaw joints, chewing muscles, and your bite. TMD or TMJ dysfunction is a dental term that describes the collection of symptoms that can present themselves in various ways causing your bite to be off because thing ..read more

Did you know that September is World Alzheimer’s Month? This is when we, as your biological and holistic dentists in Wilmington, pair up with Alzheimer’s Disease International to help raise awareness about this vital health subject and how it relates to you as our valued patient. More importantly, we want you to understand the correlation or link that’s been discovered between your periodontal or gum health and other systemic diseases in your body. What You Need to Know Search for gum disease and its ties to dementia and Alzheimer’s. You’re sure to find some relevant and timely information as ..read more

Have you ever heard of vitamin D being referred to as nature’s “sunshine vitamin?” That’s because it’s both a hormone and a vitamin that can either be absorbed through the foods you eat or produced naturally by the body in response to sunlight. However, sometimes it’s hard to get as much vitamin D as our bodies need, especially as we age past 60 when there can be a natural reduction in how much of it you can produce.  Deficiencies Are More Common Than You Might Think When our diet and lifestyle fail to provide our body with an amount of vitamin D, a deficiency is very possible. According ..read more

Have you ever heard of the remineralization process? By adding some supplements to your diet, you can fortify your smile and feed it properly — just like the rest of your body. It’s important to note that before adding any supplements to your routine, you should always double-check with your doctor or Wilmington holistic and biological dentist. Let’s explore a little more! What is Remineralization? Remineralization is an extremely effective way that your body naturally goes through to help your teeth stay healthy and strong. Remineralization works best when you give your body added nutrients o ..read more