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Emotions run high in the newly-heated debate over the benefits (or lack thereof) of flossing, after an Associated Press reporter noticed that daily flossing had been quietly removed from the United States Dietary Guidelines earlier this year. While studies have not proven flossing to be harmful,...
We all know the importance of maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly, but you may not know that there is a link between fitness and oral health. It's true, having a physically fit body can also help lead to a healthier mouth. So besides...
Throughout the years, the scientific evidence regarding the healthfulness of the Mediterranean Diet has continued to grow. A recent study that was released by the New England Journal of Medicine discovered that an estimated 30 percent of the deaths associated with strokes, heart attacks and...
Did you know that February is Pet Dental Health Awareness Month? At DP5th, we only work on human teeth, but we know the importance of dental health for all members of the family. Pets have a special place within the home, so you want to...
Did you know that folate is not only an important part of your diet, but it can also play a major role in the upkeep and health of your mouth? Maintenance of your teeth and gums shouldn’t start and stop only in the bathroom; it...
It’s no surprise that taking good care of your teeth and gums plays a vital role in maintaining good health, for your mouth and your body. Good thing is practicing proper oral care isn’t expensive, and does not take up a lot of time! By...
Any kind of dental work done can be a nerve-racking experience, for both young and old. It doesn’t help that there is a lot of stress and anxiety surrounding the idea of going to the dentist, which often times makes one go without having their...
Does your teenager skip breakfast often? Maybe they don’t like to eat first thing in the morning, or maybe they like to just roll out of bed and rush out of the house each morning? If so, you might want to get them to slow...
Do you enjoy having the occasional drink? It’s well known that acidic drinks and sugary snacks are bad for our teeth, but a recent report offers valuable insight into why you should care for your teeth and gums if you consider yourself to be a...
Saliva is more important than you think, as recent research has shown that saliva helps protect the teeth from cavities. Saliva is comprised with mostly water, but 0.5% of saliva is mucus; mucus contains salivary mucins, which are large glycoproteins that are now known to...
