Gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease or periodontitis, primarily affects the gums and tissues that hold the teeth in place. Even in healthy gums, the tops of the gums don’t attach directly to the root of the tooth. Instead, there’s a small space referred to as a sulcus. Bacteria and food particles can […]

Respiratory disease can also be referred to as pulmonary disease or lung disorder. These are conditions that affect the lungs and have an impact on breathing. Some forms of respiratory disease may be caused by air pollution or tobacco smoking, while others are the result of infection. How is respiratory disease connected with gum disease? […]

What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones involving the reduction of bone mineral density and mass. These changes in bones can cause them to become more fragile and put them at greater risk of breaks or fractures. Considered a “silent” illness because of the subtlety of or lack of any noticeable symptoms, […]

According to the National Institutes of Aging, the bacteria responsible for periodontal disease are also associated with the development of dementia (particularly vascular dementia) and Alzheimer’s disease. We frequently emphasize the importance of oral health and treatment of periodontal/gum disease, as this infection of the tissues surrounding the gums allows bacteria from the mouth to […]

It can’t be overstated how much the health of the body is connected to oral health. Research has found that gum health is even linked to sexual and reproductive health. The plaque that develops as a biofilm in our mouths is made up of bacteria, including these: Porphyromonas ginigvalis Tannerela forsynthia Prevotella intermedia Aggregatibacter actinimucentemcomitans […]

A November 2020 study found more evidence of connections between rheumatoid arthritis and periodontal (gum) disease. What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis a chronic inflammatory and autoimmune disease, which causes the immune system to mistakenly attack healthy cells of the body. It results in painful swelling of the affected tissues. While RA primarily affects the […]

From the moment that we’re born, we always have people commenting on how much we take after a parent or a family member. “You have your mama’s laugh,” or “You have your uncle’s nose,” are variations of sayings that all of us listen to during our life. We know that a lot of our physical […]

Research performed at New York Medical College believes to have discovered a connection between periodontitis and obesity. As explained by Nader G. Abraham, PhD, DrHC, one of the researchers and a professor of medicine and pharmacology, this is the first time ever that scientists have confirmed that the bacteria in our mouth can influence our […]

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 and becomes tartar, causing your gums to become inflamed. Luckily, protecting your mouth from gingivitis […]

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 teeth. Sugar, as we know, increases your chances […]