At Trade Winds Dental, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to show signs of other bodily health issues. Studies have shown possible links between periodontal (gum) disease and heart disease, and researchers… Read More…

Canker sores are painful lesions that form in the soft tissues of the mouth, usually along the inner lips, under the tongue, and along the cheek walls. They are usually small and round, and take on a white or yellow hue. Though most are generally harmless and tend to heal… Read More…

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have published studies that link the bacteria involved in periodontal disease to cardiovascular disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention… Read More…

The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been established. There are multiple theories to explain the link between heart disease and periodontal disease. One theory suggests that oral… Read More…

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us at Trade Winds Dental to remind our patients that the way you care for your teeth at home doesn’t just… Read More…

All Hallows’ Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31. It is one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over the world. Some scholars claim that Halloween originated from Celtic festivals that honored the dead or that celebrated the… Read More…

With great excitement, we wanted to share with you a great new opportunity Dr. Hennington has to promote his Yoga Flow for the Dental Pro! In April, as you may remember, we highlight Dr. Hennington’s powerful yoga classes that he held each morning during the Eco-Dentistry Annual Meeting. The classes,… Read More…

Cheese, as our team at Trade Winds Dental will tell you, is one of the healthiest snacks for your child’s oral health. In addition to providing large amounts of much-needed calcium, cheese also helps fight cavities. Cheese helps stimulate the body’s salivary glands to clear your child’s mouth of debris… Read More…

Did you know the month of May is designated National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? After all, there isn’t a better time to celebrate physical activity as when the warm weather and sunshine makes its way back into our lives! Now that the flowers are in bloom and the weather… Read More…

Geetings! Dr. Hennington here! Since 1987, I have had the pleasure of being a dentist and helping my patients lead happier and healthier lives! Living a happier, healthier, and more balanced life is important for all of us, and each profession often comes with physical, mental, and emotional challenges –… Read More…