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Hundreds of millions of people are impacted by diabetes around the world. When we think of this condition, what usually comes to mind is the need for insulin shots or other forms of medication. However, the high blood sugar caused by both type I and type II diabetes can lead to a number of different health concerns affecting the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart. But what most people with this condition don’t know is that diabetes can also impact oral health.

Diabetes and Your Mouth

Some people don’t realize that they have diabetes. The condition can affect both children and adults. And if it’s left untreated, it can wreak havoc …

If you struggle with anxiety before visiting your local dentist, you’re not alone. Many people throughout the country avoid their periodic dental appointments because of a deep-seated fear. Some struggle with an actual dental phobia, which is a serious anxiety condition that causes bouts of panic. However, for most, fear is caused by something a little more tangible, whether it be a bad dental experience or even just the sterile, unfamiliar surroundings.

Here we’ll discuss some of the most common causes of dental anxiety as well as some tips you can try to help yourself overcome dental fear. After all, we want to ensure you have a wonderful smile before, …

We can all picture the perfect smile. Perfect teeth, each a pearly white, just seem to light up a room and make the smile’s owner even more attractive. But when teeth don’t have that uniform glow to them, with an unpleasant tint from stains, they can appear unhealthy. It can suggest a range of bad habits. And for some, it can make them self-conscious enough to avoid smiling altogether.

If you aren’t in love with discoloration on your teeth, there is a wide range of options available to correct this. Since the stains can be brought on by a variety of habits and conditions, the first step is to understand …

It’s no secret that good oral hygiene is important. But, for many adults over 55, practicing good oral care habits isn’t as easy as it once was. For some, arthritis and other conditions make it harder to brush and floss the way you should. For others, changes in finances or lack of adequate dental insurance might be a barrier to regular cleanings. Or, maybe you’re disabled and relying on a family member or caretaker to assist you in these areas when they can.

There are some very real challenges to practicing good oral hygiene as you age. But often, people use these reasons as an excuse to let their oral …

If you were to ask anyone what leads to healthy teeth, you would overwhelmingly get proper, regular brushing as a response. It’s a great answer, and one that needs to be part of everyone’s oral care plan — but it’s not a complete one.

While brushing is a valuable part of keeping your teeth clean, an equally important part is flossing. Your toothbrush is able to scrub the outer and inner surfaces of your teeth, but dental floss, by removing plaque and debris trapped between teeth, takes care of all that your brush can’t reach. So if flossing isn’t a part of your daily routine, you’re not getting your teeth …