Whenever you first visit a healthcare provider, you’re going to have to fill out a health history form. The same is true when you visit your dentist in Madison. But why does a dentist need to know so much about your overall health, and why is it so important that you share this information? We… Read more »
Sugar has been a hot topic in the news lately, and with good reason. On average, Americans are consuming 82 grams of added sugar every day. That much sugar puts not only puts us at risk for serious diseases such as diabetes, but as our dental office in Madison knows, it also increases the risk… Read more »
Our Madison dental office cares for patients throughout all stages of life and understands that patients of different ages have different needs. We also want our patients to know that oral health risks change with every birthday. Today, we focus on those risks that can affect the senior population. Discolored Teeth – Teeth can begin… Read more »
June is recognized as National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month and serves to not only educate the population on this debilitating illness, but also to increase funding to advance migraine research and treatment options. While numerous causes can be to blame, our dental office in Madison wants to take a closer look at how migraines… Read more »
It’s well known that asthma causes a narrowing of the airways, reduces oxygen flow, and makes it difficult to breathe. It’s a chronic, scary disease that affects the lungs and entire respiratory system. But can it be true that asthma may also affect dental health? The team at our dental office in Madison has the… Read more »
May is the month when we take a Sunday to thank our moms for all that they do for us. At our dental office in Madison, we want to take the whole month and dedicate it to the women of our practice and our community by talking a bit about the unique oral health concerns… Read more »
April is recognized as National Facial Protection Month and serves to promote the importance of wearing proper mouth protection during sports. At our dental office in Madison, this is a topic we want to talk about in hopes that we can help guard our patients’ smiles from the dangers of contact sports. Join us as… Read more »
Oral cancer diagnosis is on the rise with an estimated 51,540 new cases expected in 2018. At our dental office in Madison, we understand how serious this life threatening disease is. In fact, the American Cancer Society projects that over 10,000 people in the United States will die from it this year. However, while oral… Read more »
Calcium is most commonly noted as being a crucial mineral for strong bone development. However, at our dental office in Madison we also know that calcium is an essential part of building strong and healthy teeth. But just how much calcium does your family need? The Importance of Calcium Before we dive into how much… Read more »
We all know that we should eat right to protect our bodies from scary health problems like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. But what you may not know is that following a healthy diet can directly affect your oral health, too. As we celebrate National Nutrition Month, our dental office in Madison wants to help… Read more »