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Most people may not be aware of the distinct connection between the health of their gums and the health of their heart. If you care for your oral health, you are also caring for the rest of your body because  of the link between dental and overall health.

Gum disease, tooth loss and heart health

Most people may not be aware of the distinct connection between the health of their gums and the health of their heart. If you care for your oral health, you are also caring for the rest of your body because of the link between dental and overall health.

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March 16th, 2022


Yes, even baby teeth are at risk of cavities. It's important to start caring for your child's teeth as soon as they erupt so that you can enjoy their happy & healthy smiles for years to come. Learn about the risk of early child cavities and how to prevent them in this post.

Preventing early childhood cavities

Yes, even baby teeth are at risk of cavities. It's important to start caring for your child's teeth as soon as they erupt so that you can enjoy their happy & healthy smiles for years to come. Learn about the risk of early child cavities and how to prevent them in this post.

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March 8th, 2022


During National Children’s Dental Health Month, we have to discuss one of the most universal and exciting experiences of childhood— losing baby teeth!

Clinician's Corner: Losing Baby Teeth

During National Children’s Dental Health Month, we have to discuss one of the most universal and exciting experiences of childhood— losing baby teeth!

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February 17th, 2022


Many people turn to social media for ideas, advice and "hacks" to make improvements to their lifestyle or routine. Before using any of the tips you find on TikTok or elsewhere regarding your oral health and dental routine, be aware that some of these are dangerous and can damage your teeth. Practicing pediatrician Dr. Crespo explains why some popular TikTok trends should be avoided all together in order to keep you safe and healthy.

Clinician's Corner: Dental dangers on TikTok

Many people turn to social media for ideas, advice and "hacks" to make improvements to their lifestyle or routine. Before using any of the tips you find on TikTok or elsewhere regarding your oral health and dental routine, be aware that some of these are dangerous and can damage your teeth. Practicing pediatrician Dr. Crespo explains why some popular TikTok trends should be avoided all together in order to keep you safe and healthy.

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December 17th, 2021


Many foods and beverages create an acidic environment in your mouth that can cause decay and erosion of enamel over time. This can lead to cavities. Learn about which beverages to drink and which to avoid in order to protect your teeth.

Clinician’s Corner: Acidic drinks & your teeth

Many foods and beverages create an acidic environment in your mouth that can cause decay and erosion of enamel over time. This can lead to cavities. Learn about which beverages to drink and which to avoid in order to protect your teeth.

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November 18th, 2021


A strong immune system is one of the main goals of healthy living and is necessary for good health and fitness. In this segment of Clinician's Corner, Dr. Templeton explains how your oral health can affect your immune system's ability to fight disease and keep you healthy.

Clinician's Corner: Oral health & the immune system

A strong immune system is one of the main goals of healthy living and is necessary for good health and fitness. In this segment of Clinician's Corner, Dr. Templeton explains how your oral health can affect your immune system's ability to fight disease and keep you healthy.

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November 4th, 2021


When it comes to caring for your teeth, brushing is a crucial cornerstone. Brushing your teeth keeps your mouth healthy by removing food particles and bacteria that can lead to cavities and gum disease. 
Here are answers to commonly asked questions about toothbrushing.

Ask an Expert: Basics of Toothbrushing

When it comes to caring for your teeth, brushing is a crucial cornerstone. Brushing your teeth keeps your mouth healthy by removing food particles and bacteria that can lead to cavities and gum disease. Here are answers to commonly asked questions about toothbrushing.

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September 7th, 2021


In this segment of Clinician's Corner, Dr. Nina Prabhu explains the main ways you should care for and clean your braces to maintain good oral health.

Clinician's Corner: Caring for & cleaning braces

In this segment of Clinician's Corner, Dr. Nina Prabhu explains the main ways you should care for and clean your braces to maintain good oral health.

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July 8th, 2021


Dr. Templeton explains the importance of dental sealants as part of regular preventive care. Learn how dental sealants can keep cavities from forming on molars in both children and adults.

Clinician’s Corner: Dental Sealants

Dr. Templeton explains the importance of dental sealants as part of regular preventive care. Learn how dental sealants can keep cavities from forming on molars in both children and adults.

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June 15th, 2021



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