Diabetes and Your Oral Health
Did you know that more than 30 million adults in the United States have diabetes, and 1 out of 4 of them don’t even know it yet? The risk of death for adults with diabetes is actually 50% higher than…
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Oral Health Tips for Cold and Flu Season
As the weather starts to turn and we start looking forward to the holidays ahead, there’s one more “season” upon us too: cold and flu season. Taking care of your body while under the weather is a top priority, and…
The Unusual Flossing Habits of Americans
Flossing is an important part of any dental hygiene routine, and a recent survey conducted on behalf of Waterpik found that Americans have some pretty strange habits when it comes to cleaning between their teeth. 1,005 adults completed the survey…
Linked: Gum Disease and Cancer
The connection between gum disease and cancer has recently been strengthened in a study published in the August issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention. According to an article from Harvard Health Publishing, the study found that women with gum…
New Research Released Against Charcoal Based Oral Health Products
The current oral health trend of using products containing activated charcoal to whiten teeth has recently been examined by a leading charity in the United Kingdom. The Oral Health Foundation analyzed research that claimed the products were safe and effective,…
Halloween Treats and Tricks on Your Teeth
If you’ve stepped foot into a grocery store in the last week, you are very well aware of what holiday is quickly approaching. As soon as you walk into just about any store, you’re immediately greeted by overflowing shelves of…
Gum Health: What’s That Itch About?
When it comes to gum health, most people know that a seeing some “pink in the sink” on a regular basis is not normal. Bleeding gums are often a sign of a bigger issue and should always be addressed, but…
ADA Responds the Discouraging Fluoride Study
Recently, a study published online claimed an association between higher prenatal fluoride exposure and subsequent lower IQ scores in children, and the American Dental Association (ADA) has responded. In the study, researchers looked at 299 pairs of moms and children…
Dental Procedures and Heart Health
New evidence suggests a further correlation between oral and heart health, according to a recent Fox News report. Recent research has found that patients who have prosthetic heart valves may be more at risk of developing serious infections when undergoing…
Tooth Decay and the Role of Genetics
Have you ever heard that you got your “bad teeth” from your mom/dad/aunt/great-great-great grandfather/etc? According to a recent Medical News Today article, the oral bacteria found in your mouth when you are very young is in fact influenced by your…