Category: Consumer Columnists

LENT prepares the Christian for the yearly commemoration of Christ’s Death and Resurrection.   Forty weekdays – hence the term ‘Cuaresma’ in Spanish, are given over to prayer, almsgiving, fasting, and…

You’ve probable heard us talk about the “mouth-body connection” and how periodontal (gum) disease has been linked to heart disease, stroke and diabetes, in addition to pregnant women’s chances of…

IN A family business, it’s the third generation that presents the big problems. The first generation founds the company and has the drive and the dedication to move it forward….

STARTING a family business presents unique challenges over and above the usual problems a start-up faces.   That’s why only one in three family businesses survives to the next generation.  Less…

“NEVER underestimate small people with big dreams,” was the favorite quote of one inspiring lady from Iloilo who pioneered the spa business in the province in 2000, back at the…

FAMILY Businesses are the cornerstone of the economy. They are all around us –from neighborhood mom-and-pop stores and the millions of small and midsize companies that underpin many economies to…

The common toothpick, usually made from wood, is primarily used to remove food stuck in–between teeth. Most wooden toothpicks in the United States come from birch trees in Maine, where…

I WOULD like to share with you teeth tips for teens from the Academy of General Dentistry. 1. Limit soda drinking. Whether at school, home or on the weekends, teens…

YOUR personal home care plays an important role in maintaining healthy smile. Your personal home care starts by eating balanced meals, reducing the number of snacks you eat, and correctly…

Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic material, which are bonded to the front of teeth. They can be the ideal choice for improving the appearance of the front teeth….

You may not have considered the impact prescription medications and even over-the-counter drugs can have on your oral health, and on the dental treatment you receive. Informing us about your…

Today’sdental patient demands a better look in addition to healthy teeth. Thanks to advances in technology, today’s dentists are better equipped that ever to meet the public’s high expectations. An…

Started in 1987, Dental Careers is the oldest and most experienced dental assisting program of its kind . You will be taught in an actual practicing dental office and learn…