Inflammation in the body is a naturally-occurring process that creates beneficial responses. It’s a reaction of your immune system that sends T-cells to combat disease and destructive cell invaders. However, it is also inflammation that stokes the fire of cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, memory loss, and even erectile dysfuntion… Read More…

A recent study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine has revealed that men in their 30’s with severe gum disease are 3 times more likely to have erection problems. This comes after past research has shown that periodontal disease may be linked to heart disease, which is a common… Read More…

Every year, over 30,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with oral cancer. Sadly, one person dies of oral cancer in America every hour. However, if detected early, oral cancer is 90% survivable. At highest risk are adults over the age of 40 and tobacco users (including “smokeless” brands). Other… Read More…

Hormonal changes in a woman’s body can cause a number of symptoms. During menopause, it is not uncommon for women to have more gum sensitivity to hot or cold. Some women say they feel a burning sensation in the mouth, frequently have a dry mouth, or even detect a metallic… Read More…

If you learned that spending less than 5 minutes twice a day could save you hundreds of dollars, hours of time, and even prevent major diseases, it’d be foolish to NOT commit to that time. Yet, as a Dentist, I’m aware of the vast number of adults who fail to… Read More…

Men need to rededicate themselves to their oral health! Men already face shorter life spans and have higher risk for heart attacks and cancer than women. Research also reveals that periodontal (gum) disease affects more men than women with men averaging greater tooth loss as well. This state of men’s… Read More…

Both annoying and painful, mouth sores can also be a symptom of a disease or disorder. Any mouth sore that lasts a week or longer should be examined. Among the most common are: Canker sores: Small ulcers with a white or gray base and a red border. Unlike cold sores,… Read More…

According to findings published in the Journal of Periodontology, many women report increased inflammation and discomfort of the gums during  their menstrual cycle. Symptoms typically include a slight burning sensation in gums, gums that bleed with minor irritation, redness of the gums, mouth ulcers, and pain and discomfort in the… Read More…

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…

If passed, a smoking ban on North Carolina’s Wrightsville Beach will make it the first North Carolina beach with such a ban and joining South Carolina neighbors Atlantic Beach and Surfside Beach. Chances of passing seem favorable and may be signs of a trend to come. The first beach smoking… Read More…