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I felt heartbroken as I delivered the bad news to my patient: Her gums had receded to the point that I needed to remove a few of her teeth and surgically rebuild the gum tissue she had lost.
She was ...
People at risk for heart disease benefit from regular visits to the dentist. Here’s what you need to know regarding oral health and vascular diseases.
When singers croon about having the kind of smi...
Many caregivers are responsible for their loved one’s oral care. Still, few of them have the experience or training to recognize how common dental problems, like bad breath or cavities, can indicate a...
If your mouth were a movie, teeth and gums are the lead actors – the stars who get all the attention. Saliva, the fluid that keeps the mouth lubricated, is the film crew that plays a vital role in the...
Let’s be honest, many of us don’t prioritize oral health the same way we do our overall physical health. This separation is even evident within the current healthcare landscape, where the medical and ...
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There have been breakthrough for new diabetes medications, and certain medicines have changed the game in diabetes care, allowing people to live full lives as they manage their chronic disease. Unfort...
The mouth usually isn’t an obvious place to look for the impact of an anxiety disorder. Yet, the inside of the mouth is where anxiety does manifest, from chipped and fractured teeth to frequent canker...
It wasn’t too long ago when our dental records and medical records were in separate worlds, rarely intersecting. But technological tools such as Smile Generation® MyChart provide us with a digital por...
Oral Health and Your Heart
World renowned cardiovascular expert Amy Doneen, DNP, shares the key to understanding the link between cardiovascular disease and periodontal disease.
Understanding C...
Like many other systemic health conditions, strokes are directly connected to poor oral health. For example, one indication of poor oral health is the presence of bacteria and plaque that causes perio...
While Dry January may have passed, the benefits of reducing alcohol consumption extend far beyond your overall health—they can significantly improve the health of your mouth, teeth, and gums.
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When it comes to birth control and the hormone levels they create, there can be changes to your teeth and gums. If you take birth control, you should tell your dentist when you visit. It is necessary ...
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