Outsmart Cold and Flu Germs

It’s that time of year … cold and flu season.  No one looks forward to it, but it is inevitable.  Below are some tips to help reduce the risk of getting sick: Handwashing  Step up to the sink regularly and wash the germs down the drain.  Do it well to make...

On This Date …

On this date, September 27, in 1908, the first production of the Ford Model T is built in Detroit, Michigan.

Thinking of Harvey and Irma Victims

After the recent hurricanes that have hit the south, we are saddened by how many lives have been forever changed by these events.  Many people in the Marion community have loved ones who endured these storms.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of those affected...

It’s Labor Day!

As summer approaches its end and children head back to school, we see the beauty of autumn on the horizon.  We hope that you and your loved ones enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable Labor Day!

It’s Solar Eclipse Day!

Today is the day of the Great American Eclipse!  Although it will be a partial eclipse in north central Ohio, many Americans outside of Ohio will see the sun’s corona shimmering in the darkened sky.  It’s been a long 38 years since the last U.S. total...

Whole Body Health: Cholesterol

Why does cholesterol matter?  Unhealthy levels of cholesterol can cause plaque to build up inside the arteries (yes, a different plaque from your mouth!).  This reduces blood flow and can raise the risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke.  Cholesterol is a...

Benefits of Sugarfree Gum

There are various benefits to chewing sugarfree gum, besides the fun of blowing bubbles!  Sugarfree gum can help to stimulate saliva flow.  This is a great benefit for people with dry mouth, which is a common side effect of many medications.  Sugarfree gum can also...

Ways To Take Control of High Blood Pressure

Whole body health is important, so today we would like to talk about blood pressure.  What do the numbers mean?  The systolic (top) number is the pressure while the heart beats.  The diastolic (bottom) number is the pressure while the heart rests.  There are ways to...

How Does Fluoride Work?

Fluoride is very important in making teeth more resistant to tooth decay.  This is not only for developing teeth, but also those which are fully erupted in the mouth.  The enamel of teeth is composed of calcium and phosphate minerals in a highly crystalline form...