‘What’s in the water?’ This common question is often used in both a symbolic and literal way. When it comes to the actual water provided by city systems across the country, however, change is coming. As your Sea Lakes Ranch dentist, we are attune to matters of public policy that affect your dental health and always want to keep you […]
“Dentist” and “cancer,” are two words that not very many people like to hear. But as your dentist here in Fort Lauderdale, we feel very strongly about the importance of receiving an oral cancer screening. Oral cancer can sneak up on you, and if you’re not paying attention, it can threaten your overall health. When you visit Dr. Joe Thomas […]
At our established Dental Office here in South Florida we’ve treated many people that smoke or used to smoke. As we discussed in our recent blog, smoking has the ability to tremendously affect your dental health in a negative way. If you’re thinking about giving up this unhealthy habit, consider the following tips for quitting: Know exactly why you […]
We all have our habits; but some are worse for our teeth than others. As your local dentist here in South Florida, Dr. Thomas warns his patients of the risks of smoking tobacco. While you may have previously heard that smoking is bad for your lungs and overall health, it can also severely impact your oral health. The following dental […]
At Dr. Joe Thomas Dentistry we’re all about providing our patients with the necessary resources to properly care for their teeth between dental office visits. While part of that is knowing what habits are good for your teeth, the other part is knowing what habits are bad for your teeth. We wanted you to be aware of the foods you […]
Just as your diet impacts your overall health, your diet has the ability to greatly impact your teeth. Unhealthy teeth and gums are often some of the first signs of malnutrition. The good news is that making healthy eating choices will result in healthy teeth! What are the foods your teeth crave anyway? Fruits and vegetables. While most people look […]