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Scientists in Europe have found a surprising link between oral bacteria and cognitive ability. The microbes in your mout...
10/15/2026

Scientists in Europe have found a surprising link between oral bacteria and cognitive ability. The microbes in your mouth might have an influence on how your brain performs.

Whether you're a quick or slow thinker depends on several factors, such as the efficiency of the brain's wiring and the amount of gray matter in specific control centers. But there may be another, rather surprising influence, and that's the bacteria in your mouth. Scientists have found an associatio...

Our list of our favorite Vancouver-area holiday bazaars has been updated for 2026! Check out these great artisan markets...
10/14/2026

Our list of our favorite Vancouver-area holiday bazaars has been updated for 2026! Check out these great artisan markets to find your holiday gifts.

Vancouver, Washington has a talented community of artists and craftspeople that exhibit their wares at a number of local holiday bazaars. Here’s a list of some of our favorites.

This novel new gum disease treatment hinders bacteria by disrupting the chemical messages that determine group behaviors...
10/08/2026

This novel new gum disease treatment hinders bacteria by disrupting the chemical messages that determine group behaviors. This allows dentists to target harmful bacteria that cause disease while avoiding beneficial microbes.

Scientists discovered that disrupting the chemical messages bacteria use to communicate can push dental plaque toward a healthier microbial balance. The approach could lead to new treatments for gum disease that control harmful bacteria without destroying beneficial species.

Will AI-powered robots replace your dentist? The technological advances are there, but the reality is a little more comp...
10/01/2026

Will AI-powered robots replace your dentist? The technological advances are there, but the reality is a little more complicated. This interview with Dr. Megha Sata, DDS explains the nuance.

How artificial intelligence is transforming the dentist's chair—without replacing the dentist behind it.

Scientists at the University of Nottingham have developed a tooth enamel repairing gel that could revolutionize how we r...
09/24/2026

Scientists at the University of Nottingham have developed a tooth enamel repairing gel that could revolutionize how we repair teeth.

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Crisp fall weather is around the corner, which means it's prime time to visit a local pumpkin patch. Visit Vancouver WA ...
09/17/2026

Crisp fall weather is around the corner, which means it's prime time to visit a local pumpkin patch. Visit Vancouver WA has a great roundup of patches and fall festivals in the Vancouver area.

September has hit and it’s beginning to feel like fall again in Vancouver. Apple-themed activities and pumpkin-inspired events scatter the calendar before the turkeys and Douglas firs take over.

If you have porcelain veneers, you might have some questions about what you can and cannot eat with them. Check out our ...
09/16/2026

If you have porcelain veneers, you might have some questions about what you can and cannot eat with them. Check out our latest blog post for some tips.

If you're getting porcelain veneers, it's important to know what foods to avoid to keep them in top shape.

Fermented foods are known for their benefits to gut health. There may also be some evidence that they help with oral hea...
09/10/2026

Fermented foods are known for their benefits to gut health. There may also be some evidence that they help with oral health, potentially preventing gum disease and other disorders.

In this interview, they discuss current evidence on fermented foods, the implications for oral health and the potential for microbiome-informed prevention.

An over-the-counter supplement could be a better treatment for gum disease than antibiotics. Researchers in Brazil found...
09/03/2026

An over-the-counter supplement could be a better treatment for gum disease than antibiotics. Researchers in Brazil found that combining Omega-3 supplements and low-dose aspirin was just as effective at treating periodontitis as antibiotics.

Omega-3 and low-dose aspirin matched the effectiveness of antibiotics in a year-long study of patients with severe gum disease, with both approaches helping about 58% reach the treatment goal. The unexpected result could point to a new way to treat some patients while reducing reliance on antibiotic...

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