For a short time in February, 2010 , there was snow on the ground in all fifty states – possibly the first time that has happened in the US since weather statistics have been recorded. (Don’t worry, last winter let us know that global warming isn’t a complete hoax). So even though people in the [...]
We are all aware that brushing your teeth on a regular basis prevents cavities and keeps you smiling. But there are many other surprising benefits, including these eight that don’t have anything to do with your teeth! 1. According to a study published in The Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, participants who did not [...]
At Dillon Family Dentistry, the office of Dr. David M. Dillon, we take dentistry very seriously. But believe it or not, teeth can be fun! Here are ten wild and crazy dental facts that will make you smile and improve your health as well. ankara escort balgat escort çankaya escort çebeci escort demetevler escort dikmen [...]
It’s a situation that has happened to us all. A friend or relative comes close to talk to you, and when they open their mouth an odor comes pouring out that could knock out a racehorse from a mile away! But besides backing up a few feet and ending the conversation as soon as possible, [...]
For many years now scientists have linked the beneficial positive effects of moderate amounts of red wine consumption with prevention of heart disease and cancer. But now they have also discovered that drinking the fruit of the vine could help with the prevention of gum disease! The heroes here are compounds called polyphenols (found in [...]
In 1965 James Brown sang “It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World.” A few years earlier Harry Belafonte sang to us “That’s right – the women are smarter!” So who is right when it comes to dental health? It turns out one group is more likely to have healthier gums, less plaque and tartar build-up, fewer [...]
If you have been shopping for toothpaste lately, you know that it can be very confusing. Unlike the old days when the choices were few, these days it seems that there are way too many options! Whitening toothpastes, tartar control, paste or gel, gum health, desensitizing, – which is best? This is a question we [...]
When you come in for your dental visit, you may notice that we do a lot more than examine your teeth and gums. One of the most important parts of your visit is when we ask you questions about your general health. But many people have said to us: “What does that have to do [...]
