You know the drill (no pun intended), every six months you visit the dental hygienist and are told about the importance of flossing. The problem is that most people ignore the advice. Why aren't you flossing every day? Flossing does about 40% of the work required to clean all the plaque from your … [Read more...]
To Keep a Healthy Heart – Keep Clean Teeth
April 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Clean teeth seem to help with at least one common heart problem. A new study in the International Journal of Cardiology shows that atrial fibrillation risk can be reduced by dental hygiene cleanings. The authors of the study propose lowering the risk of developing atrial fibrillation, a common … [Read more...]
Are You At Risk for Pregnancy Gingivitis?
September 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy may cause problems even if you've always had a healthy mouth and pregnancy gingivitis is common. Hopefully you planned your dental visits before you started planning your family. Starting out with healthy teeth and gums and keeping them that way is … [Read more...]
Researchers Find New Way to Prevent Inflammation
September 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
A researcher at the University of Louisville has found a way to block the signals of an enzyme that is related to damage caused by gum disease. The enzume GSK3b plays an important role in the body's immune response and blocking this enzyme could be a way to prevent the inflammation and bone loss … [Read more...]
Chewing Gum and Your Smile
August 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
When your kids ask for chewing gum you can now say yes - it's good for your smile! The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association have endorsed the use of chewing gums containing xylitol and sorbitol. Recent research shows that the use of such chewing gum can … [Read more...]
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