As we start to feel a chill in the air, notice leaves changing color and falling, we begin to anticipate the upcoming holiday season. As autumn approaches, many children all around the nation begin dreaming of the delicious treats they will collect by the sack-full this Halloween. To a child, Halloween is a wickedly wonderful... Continue reading
Even if you practice excellent oral hygiene and have healthy teeth and gums, you may still dislike certain aesthetic elements of your smile. Elective cosmetic dentistry procedures can help improve the appearance of the teeth and gums for a brighter, whiter, more dazzling outcome. At Juban Cowen Dental Care, Drs. Michael Juban and Dr. Cody... Continue reading
Christmas is right around the corner. That means that Santa and his elves are watching every move you make to see if you should be on the “Naughty” or “Nice” list this year. Santa is very concerned about your dental hygiene and your dental health. Will your dental hygiene land you on the “Nice” list... Continue reading
If you have heard your dentist or friends mention Opalescence teeth whitening and you were wondering what Opalescence is all about, here are a few quick facts and benefits of Opalescence. Opalescence is a dentist- prescribed take home teeth whitening system, on-the-go whitening system or in office teeth whitening procedure. Different dentists offer one or... Continue reading
If you have one or more missing teeth and need a reliable permanent solution for tooth replacement you may want to learn more about the effectiveness of dental implants. Unlike other temporary tooth replacement options like dentures, partials or bridges, dental implants offer permanent replacement teeth that look, function and feel like natural teeth. The... Continue reading
You may or may not be aware of the fact that poor oral health and hygiene are currently recognized as major risk factors for pneumonia among the elderly. A new study suggests that elderly patients who sleep in their dentures may be at an increased risk for developing pneumonia. The study was conducted by researchers... Continue reading
Cavities, also called dental caries are the largest common chronic childhood disease. Recent findings now point to studies that have found cavities to be contagious as an infectious disease. Sound crazy? I have a question for all of you mothers out there. How many of you have cleaned off your child’s pacifier by putting it... Continue reading
Have you noticed how dry your mouth can get during dental services? It goes without saying that your skin is the largest organ in/on the human body, it is also the most unique. What’s interesting about skin is that there are different types of skin all over your body. The skin on your lips for... Continue reading
The consumption of sports drinks and energy drinks among Americans is higher than ever before. While you may be helping replenish lost hydration when gulping down a sports drink, most people don’t realize they could actually be harming their pearly whites by consuming these refreshing beverages. In addition to regular dental cleanings, there are a... Continue reading
hen it comes to our oral health, there are many things a typical dental patient overlooks. The mouth has been called a window to the body, so with this in mind, be sure to seek help from your dentist if you find yourself dealing with any of the following oral symptoms: • Chronic bad breath:... Continue reading