Dr. Evelyn Catuira

"When i was taking Human Anatomy in dental school, we were complaining to our professor why we had to study the whole body & not just head & neck anatomy since we are going to work on teeth. Our professor gave us this long look & I thought he was going to give us a surprise quiz to punish us. Finally he said with a sigh "Your patients will come in to see you bringing their whole body, not just their head & neck or that would freak you out! Certain illnesses manifest symptoms in the mouth & diseases in the mouth can affect the heart etc so stop complaining & get busy!" WOW...he changed my whole view of dentistry! People touch our lives in so many different ways and I want to be able to do that for my patients!"

Homemade mouthwash with Peppermint Essential Oil - by Lindsey Elmore. Ingredients: 1/2 cup distilled water... 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 4 drops peppermint essential oil 3 drops Thieves essential oil blend 2 drop tea tree essential oil Xylitol, to taste Directions Simply combine all ingredients in a glass bottle. Shake well before each use. Swish and spit in toilet bowl or trash, but do not swallow.

To our patients... We realize it is an unsettling time and want you to know your safety and oral health remains our top priority. Did you know recent research shows a link between poor oral hygiene and severity of COVID-19 disease? This research further emphasizes the importance of visiting our practice for your routine oral healthcare. A visit with our practice helps to reduce and prevent bacteria which can lead to many systemic diseases.... See the research The Mouth-COVID Connection: https://issuu.com//docs/cdapubs_journal_2020_oc/s/11067174 To schedule your next visit with our practice, please give us a call at 909-396-5111. As always, if you’re not feeling well, and have an upcoming appointment, please give us a call to reschedule. While you’re at home resting, here are some helpful oral health tips from the @AmericanDentalAssociation: Throw away your brush once you are feeling better: Replacing your brush head ensures you get rid of lingering bacteria. Stay hydrated to avoid dry mouth: Drink plenty of water, as dry mouth can also put you at greater risk for cavities. Choose sugar-free cough drops: Many cough drops contain sugar, making them equivalent to sucking on candy. Choose the right fluids: Water is always the best choice. To replenish electrolytes, drink sports drinks in moderation due to sugar content.