Aesthetic and Family Dentistry of Washington Blog

February is American Heart Month, a time where all varieties of health professionals put a little bit of extra focus on cardiovascular illness. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, which means that teaching people how best to stave it off is of great importance to anyone who takes health seriously.

As it turns out, dentists are as interested as anyone else in heart health, and there’s a good reason for this: emerging evidence suggests that there are substantial connections between oral health problems and cardiovascular disease. If you want to know more about this relationship, as well as how you can ensure that your oral health is in the best shape that it can possibly be, here’s some information you might find helpful.

The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to set goals for self-improvement in the coming months. Many people prioritize their health by taking up new habits like going to the gym or walking a certain number of steps every day, for example. Don’t forget, though, that your overall physical well-being is tied to your dental care, too. If you want to keep your grin in tip-top condition, there’s no better time than now to implement these 3 New Year’s resolutions!

If you’re looking around online for last-minute stocking stuffer ideas, you’ll quickly realize that the most common recommendations are packed with sugar (i.e., peppermint bark, peanut brittle, candy canes). The good news is that there are also plenty of smile-friendly stocking stuffer ideas as well. Here are a few that your loved ones will enjoy and will benefit their oral health!

As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a time to be grateful for everything we have, including our health and well-being. Among the many things to be thankful for, our teeth should definitely be on the list! They help us enjoy our favorite Thanksgiving dishes and share smiles with loved ones. Here’s how you can show gratitude to your teeth this festive season.

As October arrives, bringing the excitement of trick-or-treating, costume parties, and tempting seasonal treats, it’s vital to consider the impact of these sugary delights on your smile. Halloween, with its array of sweet indulgences, can pose a potential threat to your oral health. In the spirit of the season, let’s delve into three alarming oral health statistics that highlight the importance of getting care for your beam all year-round.

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, affects millions of people a year and shows no sign of slowing down in the future. It’s so common that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 46 percent of adults aged 30 and older show signs of it.

If that’s not enough to make you cringe, then continue reading. These facts are sure to make your skin crawl and give you an overwhelming urge to floss.

Books, backpacks, lunches, phone calls, PTA meetings, sleeping—the back-to-school season can be rough, especially on routines. Amid the hustle and bustle of school-related activities and commitments, it’s easy to let your dental care slip down the priority list.

However, maintaining a consistent oral health routine is critical for academic success and overall well-being. Continue reading to find four helpful tips that can seamlessly integrate good dental habits into your child’s back-to-school routine.

From steaks and burgers to vegetable skewers and corn on the cob, that charcoal or gas grill can turn out a smokey summer feast for the whole family or the whole block to enjoy. It’s hard to beat and harder to resist.

Unfortunately, missing teeth can make chewing many of these popular summertime foods impractical. Having to miss out on a nice ribeye is a sure way to bum anyone out. Luckily, dental implants can restore normal chewing ability and have you looking forward to barbeques far and wide. Read on to learn more about how dental implants make enjoying all of your favorite summertime meals easy!

Does your heart immediately sink when you catch a glimpse of your smile in the mirror or in a photo? If it’s due to the alignment of your teeth, there’s good news: you no longer need to wear metal brackets and wires for 24+ months to perfect your grin. Furthermore, there’s no time like the present to take the first step in the clear aligner treatment process! Here are four reasons to consider starting Invisalign this summer.

Do you have big plans for the summer? There is no better time of the year to plan something special with your friends and family. Whether it’s a low-key road trip across state lines or an exotic overseas vacation, you will be doing a lot of smiling and laughing. Therefore, there’s no better time to get a dental checkup than before you leave! Read on to learn three reasons to visit your dentist before your summer vacation.