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08, 2016
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07, 2016
Gum Disease Treatment Can Lower Risk of Replacement Knee Infections
We frequently talk about how much oral bacteria can travel through the body to colonize other locations, but here’s a striking statistic to drive the point home: perhaps 13% of infections following knee replacement surgery […]
8
04, 2016
A New Understanding of Gum Disease
Although we understand a lot about ’gum, there are still a number of mysteries that we have had difficulty unraveling. For example, why do some people with relatively poor oral hygiene remain […]
23
02, 2016
How Flossing Helps in Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a common dental problem among adults in the US. The simple act of flossing once a day is your best defense against the infection known as ’gum. Although flossing […]
28
12, 2015
Why Are My Gums Growing over My Teeth?
Gum overgrowth, also known as gingival hyperplasia, can be a serious side effect of other conditions. Although at first it might not seem as bad to have your gums growing too much, it can actually […]
5
11, 2015
Hookah Linked to Gum Disease
From a young age, we have been bombarded with commercials saying that smoking is bad for your health on multiple fronts. There are the obvious risks, such as lung cancer or emphysema, but smoking also […]
7
10, 2015
What Is Trench Mouth?
Trench mouth is a kind of ’gum that is different from the normal periodontitis. It’s an acute infection, which means it can be triggered quickly and can also quickly cause serious damage […]
6
02, 2015
How Often Should You Visit the Dentist?
The normal number of visits to the dentist each year is two, but is that the right number for you? There are circumstances when more visits are recommended. Compromised Health The most common reason why […]
2
02, 2015
Chewing Gum Removes Bacteria
It’s something dentists have recommended for a long time: chewing gum, especially sugar-free gum, after eating. We have always assumed it would have a protective effect, but evidence has been very sparse so far. Now […]
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12, 2014
7 New Years’ Resolutions for Your Teeth
If you are looking for a New Year’s resolution that can make you healthier, more attractive, and happier this coming year, why not focus on your teeth? Oral health can make a huge difference in […]
