Your mouth on weed is nothing to smile about
Dentist Ellyce Clonan can tell when her patients are stoned. “I can smell it on them, and then there’s the red eyes and dry mouth,” said Clonan, a clinical assistant…
Smile United Crisis Dental Fund is now closed to non-veterans
The United Way of Northeastern Minnesota’s Smile United Crisis Dental Fund is now closed to non-veterans due to a lack of available funds. Having access to dental care is necessary…
Substance abuse and oral health: Recognizing the signs behind the smile
When healing turns to harm: Opioid abuse Clinical scenario: Amber, 26, presents for evaluation of ongoing jaw pain she attributes to a bad extraction performed six months ago at another…
Why a Healthy Smile Is Key to Long-Term Vitality
For much of human history, aging meant losing teeth. Many historical portraits feature subjects, stoic and unsmiling, doing their best to hide decaying teeth. Thanks to advances in dentistry and…
At annual Give Kids a Smile, School of Dentistry delivers community care to children in need – VCU News
By Mackenzie Meleski School of Dentistry On Feb. 21, as part of National Children’s Dental Health Month, the school hosted one of its leading service initiatives in the Pediatric…
Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic to Offer Complimentary Dental Services at Annual ‘Give Kids a Smile’ Event
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Credit: Courtesy SANTA YNEZ, CA – January 24, 2025 –The Santa Ynez Tribal Health Clinic will hold its fifth…