09/01/2022
Inflammation is well understood to be a major compromiser of systemic health, but although there have been many natural treatments of inflammation - some going back thousands of years – there is currently an overreliance on NSAIDS. NSAIDs are among the most used medic...
View More08/01/2022
In a recent cross-sectional population-based study to evaluate the prevalence of self-reported halitosis in the older population segment, strong associations were made between the existence of halitosis and:AgeLevel of educationAccess to dental careNumber of teeth presentT...
View More07/08/2022
Modern medicine, with its high degree of specialization, could make it seem like your body is subdivided into separately functioning parts independent from each other. In fact, your body is a tightly connected system of biochemical operations that process billions of cellular tra...
View More07/08/2022
Poor oral health can be a trigger for cardiovascular disease. Logically, a causal link can be established between poor oral hygiene and periodontal disease and then a link between periodontal disease and cardiovascular illness, as well as a host of other serious issues. Periodont...
View More12/14/2021
Most physical traits are genetic, from the color of your eyes to how tall you are. But is periodontal disease one of these genetic traits that can be passed down from generation to generation, in the same way the color of your hair or your height are? Recent studies point...
View More11/16/2021
If you're only getting a cleaning or having a cavity filled, you might wonder why we are checking your blood pressure at the dentist. Actually, this check is now a routine procedure and standard of care for many dentists. But why are more and more top dentists doing it? &nbs...
View More07/24/2021
It's not uncommon to be afraid of going to the dentist. According to recent studies, it’s estimated that between 5-8% of Americans avoid the dentist out of fear. However, the percentage of those who feel anxious about the dentist is even higher. This fear and anxiety...
View More06/10/2021
Suppose you consistently invest the short time and effort into the simple routines of maintaining good oral hygiene, doing things like brushing twice daily, and flossing. In that case, you might be peeved (or pleased) to discover that there are other common causes of gum d...
View More05/03/2021
Coronavirus has undoubtedly altered our dental world just as HIV/Aids did 40 years ago. HIV radically changed and improved the way we practice today, and SARS-CoV-2 will undoubtedly, do the same. Research shows there is a connection between poor oral health and the risk of...
View More04/19/2021
Undergoing dental procedures, in general, are stressful for patients, so it's understandable why you might be wondering if you can get a tooth pulled and receive a tooth extraction and implant on the same day. You may be concerned about the cosmetic appearance of your...
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