Recently research has been done to show the effect that the mouth has on the overall health of the body. Poor oral hygiene skills and gum disease have been linked to higher risks of coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. Although there isn’t a concrete, solid reason one affects the other, it’s clear […]
Read MorePeople with Diabetes beware. There is a new health threat on the horizon and its name is gum disease. This is one condition that does not play nicely with your teeth and gums. The bacteria that destroys healthy teeth and gums loves it when your blood sugar levels are out of whack, because it provides […]
Read MoreIt’s no coincidence that every time you visit your periodontist in Rockville, MD, you are virtually inundated with information meant to highlight the most common gum disease dangers. Pay close attention, and you will see that chief among them is diabetes. While the health complications that can accompany gum and periodontal disease may seem small […]
Read MoreWhy You Should Go to a Laser Dentistry If you are considering laser dentistry, chances are you want to know more about its many benefits. Whether you need to have some dental work done now or in the future, here are several impressive reasons to have gum surgery in Chicago, IL. Why Laser Dentistry Is […]
Read MoreGum Disease: A Very Serious Side Effect of Diabetes It’s currently estimated that over 171 million people all across the world suffer from diabetes. This puts the disease at epidemic levels. If you count yourself amongst this group, then you know full well the importance of properly managing the disease in order to enjoy a […]
Read MoreGum Disease Dangers And You Most people have heard the warnings from their dentist that not taking care of their gums can lead to oral health ailments such as gum disease. What many people are not aware of, however, is the potential for gum disease, in turn, to cause serious health complications beyond your mouth. […]
Read MoreMost people associate obesity or genetics with diabetes, but few people realize that oral hygiene can play a significant role in potentially developing—or worsening—the disease. Indeed, individuals who have gum disease are at a higher risk of coming down with diabetes or having their symptoms elevate than their peers with healthy mouths. At the McCawley […]
Read MoreIf you have diabetes, you may already know that it affects the levels of sugar, or glucose, in the blood. Did you know, however, that diabetes is linked to an array of gum disease dangers and other dental problems? Here are a few ways it can affect your oral health and what you can do […]
Read MoreNovember is TMJ Awareness Month. To warn everyone about the dangers of TMJ, Dr. Glenn L. Sperbeck recommends for you to see your dentist. TMJ is a condition that makes it extremely difficult for one to chew and move their jaw. The condition can become so severe that surgery may be required. To reduce the […]
Read MoreYour oral health directly affects the health of your overall body, and certain conditions can make it more difficult to keep your mouth healthy. This is the case with diabetes, as gum disease (otherwise known as periodontitis or gingivitis) makes it difficult to control blood sugar, while diabetics may be more prone to gum […]
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