Clínica Romero: Helping Children and their Families Reach their Oral Health Goals
OPRIMA AQUI PARA ESPAÑOL Each February, the American Health Association sponsors National Children’s Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health, something that Dr. Damaris Arriola Zarate does every day as a dentist at Clínica Romero. Born in El Salvador, Dr. Arriola Zarate identifies and shares the background of many of
These Hobbies Can Cause a Surprising Amount of Damage To Your Teeth
Many people like eating popcorn. Sitting down to watch a movie, a soccer game or just chatting while eating this snack is almost inevitable… but not for your teeth. Many dentists disagree, they have seen many broken teeth due to this hobby. Other dentists love it… to a certain extent, it will keep them
Don’t Let Candy Destroy Your Tooth Health This Holiday Season
It’s obvious why so many children love the holidays. After all, who wouldn’t love a season dedicated to eating huge amounts of candy and sugary sweets. Even parents might indulge in a little extra sugar during the spooky season and beyond. But with all that additional sweetness in our holiday diets, our tooth health
Latino population faces abysmal oral health outcomes: What can be done?
The Latino population has accounted for 56% of the US population growth since 2000, according to the 2010 Census.1 In 2022, 42.3% of the population identified as a racial or ethnic minority. Despite this significant demographic shift, these populations face the worst oral health outcomes, according to many studies, and disparities in oral health
Gum Disease has been Associated with Diabetes, Heart Disease, Dementia and More.
The inside of your mouth is the perfect place for bacteria to thrive: It’s dark, it’s warm, it’s wet and the foods and drinks you consume provide nutrients for them to eat. But when the harmful bacteria build up around your teeth and gums, you’re at risk of developing periodontal (or gum) disease,
Oral health disparities impact Latinos at larger rates
In a study analyzing oral health disparities among Latino residents in the United States, the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health found Latino communities to be more vulnerable when obtaining proper dental services. The study’s findings have raised major concerns among Latino doctors who argue the gaps in accessing oral health care for Hispanics can