Breast Cancer and Oral Health Breast Cancer affects millions of lives every year – with approximately 1 in 8 women developing invasive breast cancer in their lifetime. Early detection and risk reduction are more important than ever in the battle against breast cancer. The link between oral health and breast cancer is becoming more and […]
Obesity and Periodontal (Gum) Disease In the medical profession obesity is considered a chronic disease. The younger generation of our nation is becoming increasingly obese and this is mostly due to poor nutrition and eating habits. Research has shown that obesity is linked to arthritis, respiratory problems, diabetes, and even colon cancer. There is research […]
3 Dental Care Myths Clarified Myth #1: Whiter Teeth Are Healthier Teeth False: Pure white teeth do not equate to healthier teeth it’s a dental care myths. Even if your teeth are white on the outside, you cannot necessarily tell if there is an infection or cavities between the teeth. The natural color of teeth […]
Diabetes and Your Oral Health Maintaining good oral hygiene pays off for everyone that does it, even more so for people experiencing medical issues like diabetes. Diabetes is a metabolic disease in which the body’s inability to produce any or enough insulin causes elevated levels of glucose, a form of sugar, in the blood. Having […]
Dental Floss vs Waterpiks Such is a dilemma. Even if you brush twice a day religiously that toothbrush isn’t going to be able to go in between your teeth and under the gumline to get rid of the plaque and food debris that’s stuck there. There are two things that can help. Dental floss and […]
Facts About Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease) A lot of people are unaware that at least 3 out of 4 Americans suffer from some form of periodontal gum disease, which can show up as early as in their 30’s and is the leading cause of tooth loss. Brushing your teeth at least twice a day, for […]
Dental Problems: What We Need To Do To Avoid Them What causes tooth decay? The main goal of brushing is to remove leftover food stuck between your teeth that can develop into a sticky film called plaque. Left over time, it can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. The problem with plaque is that […]