Periodontitis Treatment May Help Lower Blood Pressure
A study completed by the Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China, and presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2017, found that periodontitis treatment can significantly lower blood pressure for patients who were at risk of developing...
How Sugarless Gum Can Help Fight Cavities
That sugarless gum you are chewing may be doing more good than you realize. A study by the American Dental Association (ADA) found that chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes after you eat can help prevent tooth decay. Here is why this works. Chewing increases your...
Oral Cancer | Signs and Symptoms of Oral Cancer Pt. 2
Our past blog explored the two kinds of oral cancer screening options, OralCDx and Vizilite Plus. We want to switch gears and discuss some of the symptoms and signs that tend to be associated with oral cancer. It’s important to know that oral cancer is fairly...
Oral Health | How to Test for Oral Cancer Pt. 1
Although oral cancer is a deadly form of cancer, it can be treated. Oral cancer is actually one of the most curable forms of cancer when it is detected early enough. Unfortunately, many people do not take the time to receive an oral cancer screening and it is...
Bad Breath? Is It Something Serious? – Part 2
Previously, we discussed common causes of bad breath and the importance of a proper dental hygiene routine. In our second part, we continue by taking a look at some serious health issues associated with bad breath. If you are struggling with bad breath that does...
Bad Breath? A Reason to Floss – Part 1
Do you floss your teeth at least once a day? You should, and here’s the reason why: Flossing each day helps remove the food particles and germs that support foul breath. That makes flossing one of the best approaches to avoid and stop bad breath. Bad breath,...
Oral Health: Take Care of Your Tooth Enamel
Quick question: What is the hardest thing in the human body? No, it isn’t your skull. The hardest thing in the human body is actually our tooth enamel. Thank goodness it is protecting our teeth. However, your tooth enamel is just as fragile as it is hard. So, it is...
Getting Rid of Bad Breath
Bad breath is something that affects millions of Americans every single day. But what causes bad breath, and how can we eliminate those things and ensure we have fresh breath? First, let’s look at what is most likely causing bad breath. Most commonly, bad breath is...
The Relationship Between Sports Drinks and Oral Health
A study has found that 89% of kids between the ages of 12 and 14 drink sports drinks, and, from that group, 68% drink them from once a week to once per day. Sports drinks may be their favorite beverage, but it is hurting their oral health in a major way. Most...
Do Mouth Piercings Cause Gum Recession and Other Oral Health Issues?
You may not have guessed it (or you may have), but having a tongue or lip piercing can actually harm both your overall and oral health. Beyond your general health, mouth piercings can negatively impact oral health by causing the following issues: Swelling...