Spring has arrived! Not only does this time of year mean temperatures are slowly rising, trees are blooming, and days are longer, but it also means seasonal allergies for many sufferers. Between blowing your runny nose, managing a gnarly cough, and battling itchy eyes, you’re likely reaching for every drug store concoction to achieve relief. While it may seem as if your nose, throat, and eyes are the only areas feeling the pain, the reality is that there is a link between seasonal allergies and dental health. To keep your teeth and gums from experiencing the negative impact of spring, a dentist explains what you can do at home.

Do you find that the current global pandemic is causing you to experience chronic stress? Between work, family, school, and all other important aspects of life, the culmination of trying to keep it all together can become overwhelming. The result is not only felt throughout your body but also in your mind and your mouth. If the idea of stress negatively impacting your smile seems far-reaching, it’s not. A local dentist explains how the changes you’re experiencing can lead to serious oral health problems as well as what you can do to minimize stress and safeguard your smile.