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Never underestimate the power of a smile.  Smiling can turn someone’s day around, boost the mood, lighten stress, and extend a life span.

Dr. Isha Gupta, a neurologist from IGEA Brain and Spine, explains how, scientifically, a smile has a chemical reaction, releasing “happy hormones”.  “Dopamine increases our feelings of happiness. Serotonin release is associated with reduced stress. “

If that’s not enough, smiling can keep the immune system from being […]

Christmas and New Years can bring fun, excitement and joy, but often, there’s also additional stress put on the body during celebrations and indulgences. Experiencing severe mouth pain can be distracting, frustrating and debilitating, causing missed experiences and discomfort. But because we are human, and these things can pop up unexpectedly, it’s important to know how to handle dental emergencies:

Some simple steps to follow:

1. Stay calm. Full blown panic will only make things worse. Assess […]

We all have that person in our lives that has everything, and finding a Christmas gift for them seems impossible. Well, why not consider a gift that may wow them and benefit their dental health!? Here are some ideas that are trending in the dental realm:

1. A waterpik flosser tool—these are game changers for people with braces, bridges, or retainers
2. Electric toothbrushes with app and additional features—built in timers, blue light […]

November is Mouth Cancer Awareness month, a national dental holiday dedicated to education involving oral cancer.

According to the Mouth Cancer Foundation, over 650,000 people (about half the population of Hawaii) are affected each year by the disease. Men are twice as likely to suffer from this cancer, and the tongue and tonsils are the most common places the cancer grows. Because awareness about mouth cancers is often low, most patients don’t know what […]

Like it or not, Halloween has arrived, once again!  Why not get in the holiday spirit with some good (okay, that might be a stretch) dental jokes. ENJOY.

Q: Why did the vampire go to the orthodontist?
A: He needed a new bite!

Q: What kind of toothpaste do vampires buy?
A: Ultra-Bite

Q: How are vampires like false teeth?
A: They both […]

Don’t get spooked this Halloween with an emergency visit to the dentist! Now listen. We don’t expect ya’ll to skip the Halloween treats altogether, but there are some reasonable ways to avoid an unwanted dental bill and the extra pain associated with a cracked tooth or filling.

Although dental fillings, sealants and crowns are tough enough to withstand cavities, they aren’t indestructible. They can become loose if taffy, caramel, jawbreakers, or popcorn kernels get stuck in […]