Gum Disease Did you know that oral health and general health are linked? When most people think about oral health problems, they assume the effects are limited to the mouth. But they are wrong. There is an oral health condition linked to many serious diseases and health conditions. However, the effects of this disease are…
Do you or someone you know have diabetes? Are you aware of the effect this disease can have on oral health? People with diabetes are susceptible to many oral health conditions, and there is a link between diabetes and gum disease. People with diabetes who have uncontrolled blood sugar levels are at higher risk for…
You approach one of your co-workers to ask about a new procedure. As soon as you start talking, they back away. You don’t want everyone to hear your conversation, so you take one step closer, only to have them step farther away. What’s going on here? Could it be that you have (*GASP*) … bad…
You know that you should come in for a cleaning and examination every six months, but you keep forgetting to schedule your appointment. You always remember at night — when you’re brushing and flossing — but by morning, your mind is on other things. It’s not really a big deal, right? After all, you do…
It may appear that dentists are hypervigilant about gum disease. The truth is, gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, making it pretty darn scary — particularly since an estimated 47.2% of the population have it. If you’re confident in your gum health, then you’re off to a good start. If…
