The May issue of SHAPE magazine mentioned a 6 year study by Spanish researchers that discovered that people who take in even small amounts of trans fats, found in packaged and processed foods, had up to a 48% chance of suffering from depression. At the same time, those with a diet rich in olive oil, […]
Dental problems during pregnancy
Hormonal changes during pregnancy increase your sensitivity to plaque, so reduce the buildup that can lead to gum disease. Gingivitis is the most common oral disease for expecting women and can be reduced by brushing twice a day and flossing at least once. Go to your dentist every three months for a cleaning while you’re […]
Can you read a smile?
The September 2011 issue of Allure magazine says that while the old adage notes the eyes are the windo of the soul, you can tell far more from a smile. Marianne LaFrance, professor of physhology at Yale and author of Lip Services: Smiles in Life, Death, Trust, Lies, Work, Memory, Sex and Politics gives tips […]
Dry-Mouth
If you suffer from dry-mouth, it’s not only inconvenient, but it can be unhealthy. If your mouth feels dry a lot, the condition increases your risk of gum disease, tooth decay, and other ailments. That’s because saliva doesn’t just wet your whistle, it also controls bacterial growth by washing away food and plaque. Dry mouth […]
Can kids have bad breath?
Persistant bad breath in young children rarely originates in the mouth, unless the child has an abscessed tooth. If your child complains of a toothache and has bad breath, then see a pediatric dentist right away. But, if your little one is not in pain but bad breath persists, you have other medical concerns to […]
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Join us in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by participating in the annual Light The Night Walk on October 22nd in Austin. Walk with our team and we’ll treat you to a free one-hour massage the week following the event as a thank you for your participation. Or, donate $50 and you could win […]
