Most people never consider that two seemingly completely different diseases can be intertwined. There are a surprising number of health concerns that are all exacerbated by periodontal disease, including rheumatoid arthritis. The oral-systemic connection refers to the relationship between oral health and overall health throughout the body. Research has shown […]
Gum Health
Can your gums be too … prominent? Yes, as a matter of fact, they can. A gummy smile is one that shows too much of your gum line, and it can be a source of self-consciousness and insecurity for many individuals. But are you stuck with your gummy smile? No! […]
When you think about going to the dentist, you probably think about your teeth. It’s natural. We think about your teeth, too. But, we also think about your gums. Your gums play a critical role in the health of your teeth and your overall oral health. They are the soft-tissue […]
While World No Tobacco Day came and went May 21, the message behind this important global holiday remains. Tobacco-related deaths continue to increase around the planet, and so too do the negative effects of tobacco on our health. From firsthand, secondhand and even thirdhand illnesses, tobacco smoking and chewing […]
Our teeth are pretty interesting, aren’t they? They’re covered in enamel, which, though irreplaceable, is the strongest substance in the entire body. They’re strong enough to apply 200 pounds of pressure (that’s more than most of us can bench-press) and they’re apparently used for a laundry list of other things […]
While researchers race around the clock to find a cure or develop a vaccine for COVID-19, many around the world are left wondering what they can do to reduce their risk of catching and spreading the deadly illness. While we know that maintaining appropriate distance from others, washing our hands […]
There’s no question that nursing homes have been hit hard by COVID-19. With an aged population, many of whom have underlying health conditions and live in close quarters, nursing homes have seen the spread of COVID-19 among seniors skyrocket, often disproportionately to the rest of the population. As a result, […]
When it comes to your mouth, there’s some confusing terminology floating around, such as the term “oral microbiome.” While it may sound complicated, your oral microbiome is just the colonies of microscopic organisms living in your mouth. Some of them are good bacteria, and some of them are bad. Good […]
You may have heard that your oral health is a gateway to the health of the rest of your body. Truly, when you have oral health problems, your entire body can suffer. That’s because the “oral biome” is often the first stop for good and bad bacteria entering your bloodstream […]
A new study in the American Journal of Medicine is taking the link between inflammation and oral health a step further. Taking into account that the inflammation from oral conditions such as gum disease (periodontitis) can cause or contribute to diseases like Alzheimer’s, heart disease, diabetes and stroke, the study […]