For those who once smoked cigarettes and can now proudly say they’re ‘Quitters,’ they’ll also tell you the stop-smoking process was no easy row to hoe! Some even tell us that what kept them from picking up another cigarette was remembering how difficult it was to quit, and not wanting… Read More…
An estimated 10 million or more Americans have an eating disorder. While eating disorders can deplete the body of minerals, vitamins, proteins and other nutrients, they can also take a terrible toll on one’s oral health. Without proper nutrition, the gums and other soft tissue of the mouth can bleed… Read More…
Nearly 8% of the American population have diabetes with 1.6 million new cases diagnosed yearly for ages 20 and over. Diabetics may have problems with the eyes, kidneys, heart and nerves as well as lower resistance to infection and a slower healing process. If diabetes is not controlled, oral bacteria… Read More…
Many smokers are unaware of the numerous oral health issues when it comes to tobacco use. For example, research shows that smokers lose more teeth than nonsmokers. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, while only about 20% of people over 65 who’ve never smoked are toothless, over… Read More…
If you are an arthritis sufferer, you are twice as likely to develop periodontal (gum) disease. Findings published by the Journal of Periodontology found patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) had an average tooth loss of 11.6 teeth compared to 6.7 of others. Because RA causes physical limitations, the following tips… Read More…
If you are an arthritis sufferer, you are twice as likely to develop periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is the country’s number one cause of tooth loss and has been linked to serious health problems, including coronary artery disease and stroke. The Journal of Periodontology recently published findings stating adults… Read More…
A dry mouth can damage your teeth and ruin your breath! Without adequate saliva to lubricate your mouth, wash away food, and neutralize the acids produced by plaque, the potential for cavities greatly increases. Other common problems that result from dry mouth include a constant sore throat, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness,… Read More…
