Close to 40,000 Americans will be diagnosed this year with oral or oropharyngeal (throat) cancer. These cancers kill roughly 1 person every hour, 24 hours a day. Of those, only 57% are estimated to be living 5 years from now. The death rate for oral cancer is one of the… Read More…
Healthy gums reduce your risk for systemic inflammation and might be good for your heart as well! Through studies, the American Heart Association (AHA) supports that there is an association between periodontal disease and heart disease. Their findings join previous conclusions of the American Academy of Periodontology along with statements… Read More…
While baby boomers are cautious about some symptoms that can signal serious health conditions, an Academy of General Dentistry survey found that 63% of ages 45 to 64 were unaware that symptoms in their mouths may be linked to a more serious condition. For instance: • Bad breath and bleeding… Read More…
Research has suggested that moderate drinking could be good for your heart. Various studies show, for most people, that just 5 ounces of red wine a day could contribute to: • Gum Health: The antioxidants help destroy bacteria, reducing the risk for gum disease. • Bone Health: Alcohol can affect… Read More…
A recent study published in the Journal of Periodontology has shown that users of the injectable contraceptive DMPA had increased incidences of gum disease, ranging from Gingivitis to the most severe form, Periodontitis. DMPA is administered every three months. Study participants were non-pregnant women aged 15-44, including current users of… Read More…
The July 2012 issue of Hour Detroit magazine features ‘Top Dentists’ in the area, and I’m proud to say it is my patients and peers who have placed me on this list. Each year, the magazine solicits votes from its readers to determine the Detroit area’s Dentists who are the… Read More…
Certain medications, age, smoking or particular foods and beverages can contribute to a dry mouth. A dry mouth enables oral bacteria to ‘hang around’ and multiply. The longer it remains in your mouth, the more reproduce. This build up is the beginning of the sticky film that forms plaque. While… Read More…
We take dental radiographs (formerly referred to as ‘X-rays’ before digital imaging was used) to reveal periodontal (gum) disease, abscesses, cysts and tumors, as well as the precise location of cavities and other signs of disease that cannot be detected visually. The digital imaging we use has a minute amount… Read More…
Sleep apnea means more than just snoring and sleep disruption. It has the potential to have life-threatening effects on the brain and cardiovascular system. During periods of apnea, there are intervals that cause interruptions in sleep without completely awakening you. This means some people are unaware that they have sleep… Read More…
Think the appearance of your smile impacts just facial features? A study published in Psychological Science reveals that people with big smiles live an average of seven years longer than those with stoic faces. Another study in The American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics shows that people with attractive… Read More…
