Protect Your Mouth This Summer Part 1
Germs and bacteria never take a vacation. This summer, be sure to remember these simple tips to keep a healthy mouth. Your Children’s Dental Health If your child is staying home during their summer break, be sure they have plenty of mouth-healthy snacks to eat...
Keep Your Gums Healthy with Simple Hygiene
Following simple dental hygiene tips can help keep your mouth protected from some serious dental health issues. Gum disease does not happen overnight. Gingivitis occurs during the early stages of periodontal (gum) disease when plaque gets underneath the gum line...
Can Receding Gums Grow Back?
Gum recession occurs when your gums begin to pull away from the teeth, making your teeth appear longer than they should. There is no one reason as to why gums begin receding, but if you or your dentist notice your gums receding it is important to treat it as soon...
Why Is Soda Bad for Our Dental Health?
Soda is a popular drink, and, although much has been discussed about the negative health effects of soda consumption, do you know what soda does to your dental health? Home The acid and sugar content found in soda is what makes this drink especially bad for our...
Why is Flossing Important?
Flossing is a crucial part of your dental health routine that many people overlook. Home Flossing has been shown to be very effective at reducing plaque between teeth. This helps to reduce the risk of cavities as well as periodontal disease. The latter is...
Don’t Ignore Gum Disease
Gum disease is a major dental health issue that, unfortunately, many people do not know a lot about. Home Gum disease is an infection that affects the health of your gums. Plaque builds up underneath the gums, forming tartar. When tartar appears, only a deep...
Caring for Your Mouth Is Important, Especially If You Have Diabetes
If you suffer from type 2 diabetes, caring for your teeth may be able to help your blood glucose level Around 30 million people in the United States live with diabetes, and type 2 diabetes makes up the vast majority of these cases. Type 2 diabetes is a...
Is Gum Disease Possibly Linked to Esophageal Cancer?
A 10-year study has found that two types of bacteria that are present in individuals with gum disease can increase the chances of being affected by esophageal cancer. Home The study found that one of the bacteria, in particular, Tannerella forsythia, may increase...
A Possible Link Between Gum Disease and Cancer in Postmenopausal Women
A pioneering study conducted by researchers at the University at Buffalo (UB) has revealed a startling connection between gum disease and an elevated risk of various cancers in postmenopausal women. This extensive research, which stands as the first national study...
Gum Disease May Be Linked to Breast Cancer
A study completed by the Federal University of Santa Maria Dental School in Brazil found that Women with periodontitis are 2-3x more likely to develop breast cancer. It has been speculated that gum disease could be linked to breast cancer and researchers of this...