Joyful Dental Care

10/06/2026

YES!
And dentists!!

Don’t overlook plums when filling your fruit bowl. Dietitians explain why their fiber, potassium, and antioxidants may make them a smart choice for your heart.

10/05/2026

Study: People with flu end isolation while still contagious
The CDC recommends that individuals with the flu end isolation only after their symptoms have improved for at least 24 hours, including being fever-free without medication. However, the new study found that most people stop isolating around four days after symptoms begin, which coincides with peak viral shedding. This timing means many are still likely contagious when they resume contact with others, potentially contributing to further spread.

Most people with flu isolate for about four days, but that’s often when viral shedding is highest. Here’s what CDC guidance says to do instead.

09/06/2026

All healthy for our smiles too!!

Foods that lower cholesterol include oats, berries, and beans. These foods help decrease LDL cholesterol levels and support heart health.

08/21/2026

Guess how old this person is!
Hint: not one of Dr. Joy Poskozim's older adult patients....

08/21/2026

On my way to the Bay Area Dental Expo and !
Come see me Saturday as I present "Menopause: What EVERY Dental Professional Needs To Know"

08/05/2026

Dr. Joy Poskozim, owner of Joyful Dental Care, is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and would LOVE to provide Dementia screenings....

Screening for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia decreases older primary care patients’ symptoms of depression, leading to better mental health among their family members over time, according to the findings of a study published Monday in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.

07/30/2026

I will be speaking on exactly this for Chicago's Midwinter Meeting in February, 2027.
As oral health care professionals, we need to know overall health for our femaile patients.
Menopause is part of this.

07/29/2026

Nutrient-Rich Foods Women May Need More Of
These nutrient-rich foods may help support bones, heart health, and more.
Here’s what to add to your plate.

Healthy eating is important for everyone, but certain foods are especially good for issues that affect women -- like brittle bones, pregnancy, and breast cancer. Find out more from WebMD.

07/28/2026

There are also pro-biotics, like BioGaia Probiotics, that help promote good oral bacteria that we all need in our mouths to help digestion.

Beyond yogurt, WebMD shows you foods that have a surprising boost from probiotics -- good bacteria that may help tame your digestive problems.

07/16/2026

Come engage with me! I look forward to seeing all of you at the Santa Clara Convention Center Saturday, 8/22 to learn about Menopause: What EVERY Dental Professional Needs to Know