Signs You Might Have Gum Disease

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Most people don't think too much about gum disease and most don't know the warning signs. They brush, they floss and they think they've got their oral health care covered. Unfortunately, life isn't always fair when it comes to gum disease. Certain health conditions and drugs can make you more … [Read more...]

Gum Disease Treatment Keeps Diabetics Healthier

Diabetics who treat their gum disease have less physician visits and hospitalizations according to data shared by Rothfus Family Dental.

Diabetics and gum disease have a very special relationship. Having diabetes gives patients a much higher risk of developing gum disease. Having gum disease is linked to diabetes and causes diabetic patients to have a much harder time controlling their blood sugar levels. It's the proverbial … [Read more...]

Sleep Apnea Treatment Improves Metabolic Syndrome

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Metabolic syndrome is a risk factor for heart disease. Symptoms of metabolic syndrome include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar, insulin resistance and excess weight in the abdomen. Many people with obstructive sleep apnea also suffer from metabolic syndrome. A study reported … [Read more...]

Diabetics Save Health Care Dollars With Dental Care

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The long-term health care costs for diabetic patients can be staggering. In 2008 the American Diabetes Association reported that diabetes was in the top 10 for the most expensive diseases in the US. A recent review of insurance company data showed that insured diabetic patients who received dental … [Read more...]

Dental Checkups and Your Overall Health

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A dental checkup does more than review the health of your pearly whites, it also reveals a great deal about your general health and well-being.  Your teeth and gums can tell the story of your overall health to a trained eye.  Loose teeth, for example,  may point to osteoporosis; cavities and gum … [Read more...]