Category Archives: Mouth-Body Connection

Celebrate Cheese Lovers’ Day!

Today is National Cheese Lovers’ Day. Celebrate with some of your favorite cheese, or be daring and try a new variety. Have a grilled cheese sandwich, enjoy cheese on crackers, or throw a fondue party. You can even make your … Continue reading

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8 Non-Dairy Foods with Little-Known Dental Benefits

If asked to list foods with lots of calcium or Vitamin D, what do you think of? Most people put milk at the top of the list. Milk is great for building healthy bones and teeth, but many adults worldwide … Continue reading

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Gum Disease Facts and Symptoms

Emerging research points to a connection between oral health and overall well-being. Studies have shown that gum disease affects heart health. A leading theory postulates that when oral bacteria enter the blood stream, the bacteria have an adverse effect on … Continue reading

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