Dr. Jennifer McLeod is the dentist Newberg Oregon chooses first for a host of reasons, and one of them is her commitment to whole-body health. We at Newberg Family Dental are well aware of the growing body of research drawing connections between your oral health and the health of the rest of your body. So…

After years of hearing how bad gum is for your teeth, are you ever surprised to see the ADA recommended chewing gums for sale alongside candy bars while you’re waiting to check out at the grocery store? Chewing gum that contains the sweetener xylitol has been recommended by dental organizations because it presents potential oral…

Gum disease is one of the most widespread afflictions plaguing people across the world, on every continent. While mild forms, like gingivitis, may be logged in personal experience as more of a simple annoyance– bleeding, discomfort, redness– and can be reversed by stepping up one’s oral hygiene practices, serious gum disease, like periodontitis, has real…

After what seems like 11 months of rain, Northwesterners are eager for sun and spring– we can’t wait to get out and hike, or dig in our gardens again. But there’s a very common side effect to spring– one that your dentist in Newberg OR is on the lookout for: seasonal allergies. In fertile Oregon,…

The connection between cardiovascular disease and periodontitis has been talked about quite a bit in recent scientific and dental health circles. Researchers have found that patients with cardiovascular disease are far more likely to have some form of gum disease as well. Now they’re studying the link further to learn more about the exact causes…

Your dentist in Newberg, Oregon knows that pregnancy can be one of the most exciting– and maybe busy– times in the lives of families. First babies and new additions bring a whirlwind of activity, joy, and discovery. With all the goings on of pregnancy, it’s understandable that your oral health might not be at the…

Scientists have long been seeing the connection between diseases of the mouth and those of the rest of the body. This can be critical for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Why? Well, one of the major risk factors in chronic kidney disease is the development of cardiovascular disease. Kidney disease can lead to imbalances…

March is National Nutrition Month. At this time, when the nation’s eye turns to eating for wellness, your Newberg dentist, Dr. McLeod, likes to reflect on the enormous impact that healthy eating has on your dental health— and how we can support this healthy eating.  Your food, your teeth The food you eat provides vitamins…

Kids’ dental health is critical. Not only do daily brushing, flossing, and visits to your dentist in Newberg, Oregon help guard against cavities– it sets kids up for a lifetime of good oral health. By learning proper oral hygiene techniques early in life, kids have the tools to take care of their smile when no one…