December isn’t exactly a month known for inspiring healthy habits–isn’t that what New Year’s resolutions are for?–but that doesn’t mean you can simply ignore your oral health. Even when holiday stress threatens your sanity, it’s important to take good care of your body. Here are a few health-friendly events we’ve heard about in the Conroe area this month. By the way, December is an excellent month to squeeze in one last professional cleaning and dental checkup–just saying.

2014 Texas10 Conroe

When: Sunday, December 7th, 7:30 a.m.

Where: Lone Star Community College – Conroe

Choose between a five- or ten-mile race to suit your running ability. Not only is running a great way to lose weight; in doing so, it also decreases your risk of periodontal disease. This is great news, especially when you consider that gum disease has been linked to everything from diabetes to cardiovascular disease. You can find more info here.

2014 Jingle Bell Walk / Run for Arthritis

When: Saturday, December 13th

Where: Northshore Park, The Woodlands

Did you know that arthritis affects people of all ages, or that it also impacts oral health? The joints connecting your lower jaw to your skull–temporomandibular joints–can be affected by arthritis, resulting in soreness, stiffness, locking, and even a popping sound. If you experience symptoms of a TMJ disorder, you’ll be glad to know that we offer non-surgical treatment in our Conroe general dentist office.

Life Line Health Screening

When: Thursday, December 11th

Where: Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, Spring

Several screening packages are available, allowing you to choose the tests that most closely match your lifestyle and risk profile. You can also think of your twice-yearly checkup as an essential screening opportunity, allowing us to evaluate your risk for such oral health concerns as oral cancer and periodontal disease. Life Line offers screening for cholesterol, atrial fibrillation, blood sugars, osteoporosis, and dozens more.Find more information here.

About Your Conroe General Dentist

At the The Dental Centre of Conroe, John M Richards DDS delivers distinctive cosmetic, restorative, and implant dentistry for residents of Conroe, Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Huntsville, and the neighboring communities. For more information about our services, or to schedule an appointment, contact us by calling (936) 441-4600.