While many aren’t aware of the severity of the risks associated with untreated sleep apnea, many people do know that sleep apnea is a serious condition that requires proper treatment. Some may know that sleep apnea causes fatigue, sleepiness, headaches, and many other symptoms, but not many people are aware that sleep apnea can cause ... read more
CHICAGO (May 6, 2010) – Parents will do anything to make their children smile, yet many are missing the preventive measures and specialized care needed to keep smiles healthy. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recently sponsored a survey to see what moms knew about proper oral health care for their children. The survey ... read more
Author: Amy Richardson, RDH The Waterpik Complete Care 7.0 is an all-in-one toothbrush and water-flossing system. One of the most attractive qualities of this system is how the charging stations are all connected in one stand, so only one outlet is necessary. That means no more hunting underneath your sink for your long-lost toothbrush charger. ... read more
Oral cancer kills one person in America every hour of every day. Of those newly diagnosed today, about half will be alive in 5 years. Even surviving this disease will mean that you endured brutal treatments, and leave you with life-long issues that will compromise your quality of life. So CheckYourMouth.org was designed to help ... read more
Over 7.8% percent of the US population suffers from allergies every spring, and those affected experience everything from itchy eyes and a runny nose to full-body hives, sinus infections and difficulty breathing. While these symptoms can be a serious nuisance, they are rarely painful. Or are they? Sometimes, as the pollen count rises, you may ... read more
We hear a lot of “facts” about teeth and gums and feel the need to set the record straight on a few of them. These are three common myths that you may have heard, but rest assured that they are all just that – myths. Myth 1: Bleeding Gums are Normal Busted: If you washed ... read more
Do you clench your teeth when you are feeling stressed? Do you wake up with a headache? Do your jaw muscles hurt? Talk to your dentist. You may have a habit called bruxism. What Is Bruxism? Bruxism is a habit during which you grind your teeth or clench or thrust your jaw forward over and ... read more
'Tis (Always) the Season for Good Oral Healthcare The holiday season is here, with parties and celebrations just around the corner. That means two things: lots of facetime with family and friends, and lots of photos — so patients will want their smiles looking their best for both. That's why, this season, they'll appreciate tips ... read more
Give someone a reason to smile this holiday season. We are currently holding a food drive in partnership with The Idaho Foodbank. Bring by any nonperishable food item before December 21st and you'll be entered to win 1 of 3 Sonicare or Oral-B electric toothbrushes (up to 10 entries per day allowed). Dr Smith will ... read more
It seems strange to place middle-aged adults in the same category as BLTs and PB&Js. But instead of two slices of bread, adults are finding themselves financially “sandwiched” between 2 generations: their children and aging parents. This dual responsibility isn’t new, but it’s now more costly than ever. On one end, parents are supporting their ... read more
