by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 31, 2018 | Dental Oral Health, General Health findings |
Did you know that there isn’t just one kind of floss that you can buy and use? Most people only think to purchase the typical small plastic container of nylon floss – and that is perfectly okay. But there are other types of floss that might not only be more effective,...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 15, 2018 | Dental Oral Health, General Health findings |
When half of American adults suffer from some varying degree of gum disease, it’s no secret that people struggle with caring for their oral health. With a busy schedule, it’s hard for many to find the time to go to the dentist and floss in between hectic work lives...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 28, 2018 | Dental Oral Health, General Health findings |
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that appears in the water and food we eat, and it’s so omnipresent that you might be led to believe that you’re getting enough of it to enjoy all its wonderful benefit. However, that’s not often not the case! A fluoride...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 15, 2018 | Dental Oral Health, General Health findings |
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re doing our part to make sure you’re educated on the risks and treatment surrounding this disease. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, “Close to 49,750 Americans will be diagnosed with oral oropharyngeal cancer this...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Dec 31, 2017 | General Health findings |
Even if you take great care of your teeth, you can still get the occasional toothache. But how do you know if it’s something serious? We’ve all heard horror stories of dangerous tooth infections that turn deadly, so it’s important to know what to...
by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Oct 16, 2017 | General Health findings |
We often picture a heavyset man over 40 with a thick neck and a window-rattling snore when we think about the typical sleep apnea sufferer. This image often fits the profile of a sleep apnea patient, however, it doesn’t represent a complete picture of the demographic...