Oral Health = Whole Body Health
A healthy mouth is often a sign of a healthy body, and vice versa. In this section, learn more about how to keep your mouth and body healthy, including how to create a great at-home dental care routine, sleep dentistry, how to understand and manage dental anxiety, dental sports safety and more.
Dental anxiety is fairly common among both adults and children, and can sometimes get in the way of an individual's dental health and goals. Dental anxiety can be caused by a variety of concerns or fears, including: Fear of sights, sounds or smells in a dental office Fear of loss...
At 1st Family Dental we believe in the true connection between oral health and whole body health. Adequate and healthy sleep is a very important element in maintaining a healthy body and immune system. Have you or a loved one experienced any of the following symptoms relating to your sleeping...
The best way to keep your smile bright and healthy for life is by maintaining an effective oral hygiene routine right at home. If you have kids at home, use our helpful oral health care guide for children and make it a family affair! Here are some helpful tips to...
Oral cancers are part of a group of cancers commonly referred to as head and neck cancers. Oral cancer may not always be noticeable by patients, as symptoms are not always present in early stages. Early detection and treatment has a very high success and survival rate, so it is...
Pregnancy and welcoming children into your life is an exciting, incredible, and very busy chapter in your life. If you are making plans and getting ready for your new arrival, don't forget to take care of your smile before, during and after your pregnancy. Be sure to let your dentist...
Physical exercise and activities such as organized sports can be a great way to keep your body healthy, relieve stress, be a part of a team, and just have fun. However, it is important to make sure that you protect your smile when you or your child are participating in...