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Managing oral health with diabetes If you have diabetes, you may experience oral health issues such as bleeding gums, dry mouth, dulled sense of taste, infections and delayed wound healing. There are a few things you can do to prevent or manage these issues:... * Control your blood sugar levels through diet, exercise and/or medication. * Quit smoking. * Brush your teeth for two minutes twice per day. * Floss daily. * Visit the dentist regularly. You can learn more about how to manage oral health issues from diabetes here: http://bit.ly/1deX4Cn

Ana, the cookie monster and a long time patient sharing the spirit of halloween!

We loved our Halloween Visitors!!

November is American Diabetes Month, and this year, the American Diabetes Association is inviting people to share their real-life stories of living with diabetes to raise awareness. Did you know that diabetic patients are more vulnerable to bacterial infections like periodontal (gum) disease and are two times more likely to experience tooth loss? Learn more about the connection between diabetes and oral health here: http://bit.ly/1Ffognf #ThisIsDiabetes

We know that candy is part of what makes Halloween fun! You can indulge your sweet tooth responsibly by making smart choices and maintaining your hygiene routine of brushing for two minutes twice per day and flossing daily. When it comes to choosing which candy to indulge in, chocolate is your healthiest option, especially dark chocolate. Chocolate doesn't stick to your teeth, and it washes away easily. See how other Halloween candy compares here: http://bit.ly/2e71sNr

Make your own dental first aid kit Ideally, none of us would ever have to use a dental first aid kit, but accidents do happen. A dental first aid kit can help you take control of an emergency situation until you're able to get to the dentist. Some items you may want to consider including in your kit are:... * Medical exam gloves * Dental mirror * Flashlight * Dental wax * Tweezers * Sterile gauze For more information on making your own dental first aid kit, click here: http://bit.ly/2esALmI How to Make Your Own Dental First Aid Kit

Teal is the new orange Have you heard of the Teal Pumpkin Project? This Food Allergy Research & Education initiative strives to help ALL children enjoy safe trick-or-treating even those with food allergies by offering non-food alternatives to traditional candy treats. To learn more about the Teal Pumpkin Project and how to participate, visit www.tealpumpkinproject.org.

7 days to better health Do you need a little extra help remembering to floss daily? Text2Floss is a free program that will send you oral hygiene tips and daily reminders to floss for 7 days to help you establish healthy habits. Visit www.text2floss.com for more information and to get started! ... Woman working

Commit to forming healthy habits Post on or after October 1st:... October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and we want to encourage all of our patients to form healthy hygiene habits. Research has found that it takes an average of 66 days to form a habit. Join us this month in committing to healthy habits such as brushing for two minutes twice per day and flossing daily! What helpful reminders do you use to remember to practice healthy habits?

Pumpkin spice & everything nice We know it's not fall without a pumpkin spice latte (PSL), but PSLs from your favorite coffee shop can add up in calories, sugar and dollars spent! Check out this tutorial for making your own PSL at home, and make it even healthier by reducing the amount of sugar and substituting lower calorie milk or milk alternatives: http://bit.ly/1sFF9OM

Can you clean teeth with dirt? We've heard about the trends of brushing your teeth with lemon juice, baking soda and charcoal, but dirt?! A company called the Dirt offers natural toothpaste made of bentonite clay, baking soda, spices and essential oils. However, this toothpaste isn't approved by the American Dental Association and doesn't contain fluoride, a naturally occurring mineral that helps prevent tooth decay. You can learn more about the importance of choosing ADA-approved toothpaste here: http://bit.ly/1agwQqj

Get ready for kickoff Who's excited for the start of football season? Whether you're playing pro or youth league, we'd like to remind you of the importance of wearing a mouthguard while playing collison and contact sports. Mouthguards do more than protect your teeth and tongue they also help protect you from concussions. If you need help fitting a mouthguard, please call us!

Best ways to relax on Labor Day We hope you enjoy celebrating Labor Day with your family and friends this weekend! What are your favorite ways to relax on a day off work?