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Oral Health Tips For Arthritis Suffers

If you are an arthritis sufferer, you are twice as likely to develop periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is the country’s number one cause of tooth loss and has been linked to serious health problems. These include coronary artery disease, … Continue reading

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Good Oral Health Enhances Overall Health

There will never be a substitute for regular tooth brushing and flossing to help avoid developing periodontal (gum) disease.  Combined with regular dental check-ups, having a thorough home care commitment is paramount in avoiding bacterial build-up. However, because people are … Continue reading

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Protect Gum Health During Menopause

Hormonal changes in a woman’s body can cause a number of symptoms. During menopause, it is not uncommon for women to have more gum sensitivity to hot or cold. Some women say they feel a burning sensation in the mouth, … Continue reading

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Assess Your Risk For Dental Decay

You’d rather avoid a cavity altogether than have it repaired – right? Although daily home care and regular dental cleanings help prevent problems from occurring, some people are more susceptible to decay than others. The following can place you at … Continue reading

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Antidepressant Drugs & Your Oral Health

Research has shown that people who take psychiatric and anti-anxiety medications commonly experience the reduced ability to create saliva. Studies reveal that those on these medications have a rate of dental decay almost four times as high as normal. With … Continue reading

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Are YOU The Office Worker With Bad Breath?

Several months ago, I ran into a friend I had not seen in over ten years. We chatted for several minutes before we both had to scurry off. However, every time I think of him now, all I can remember … Continue reading

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Dental Tips For Arthritis Sufferers

If you are an arthritis sufferer, you are twice as likely to develop periodontal (gum) disease. Findings published by the Journal of Periodontology stated patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) had an average tooth loss of 11.6 teeth compared to 6.7 … Continue reading

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A Dry Mouth Increases Oral Disease Risk

Saliva plays an important role in maintaining good oral health. A healthy adult normally produces about one-and-a-half liters of saliva daily, making it easy to talk, swallow, taste and digest food. A dry mouth irritates oral tissues, which can make … Continue reading

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Summer Travel No Vacation From Dental Care!

We all love a vacation, but ‘relaxing’ from your daily oral care regimen could result in costly repairs down the road. Avoid taking ‘time off’ from your morning and evening oral hygiene routine so bacterial growth doesn’t require dental treatment … Continue reading

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Your Saliva Plays Important Role In Overall Health

Certain medications, age, smoking or particular foods and beverages can contribute to a dry mouth. A dry mouth enables oral bacteria to ‘hang around’ and multiply. The longer it remains in your mouth, the more reproduce. This build up is … Continue reading

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