A recent case study found that enlarged gums in children might be an indicator of leukemia (AML). Sometimes for a dental professional, it can be tough to correctly diagnose an individual based upon what is taking place in their mouth alone. For this reason, dental professionals would be wise to think about more than just the patient's mouth when diagnosing [...]
A scientific study carried out at New York Medical College believes to have found a correlation between gum disease and obesity. As explained by NYMC professor of medicine and pharmacology Nader G. Abraham, PhD, DrHC, DrHC, this is the first time that confirmation was discovered that the bacteria in our mouths can affect our fat cells. Researchers have found that [...]
Most of us have heard of plaque, but what exactly is it? Plaque is a sticky, colorless film of bacteria and sugars that forms on our teeth. Plaque can lead to decay and gum disease, which is why brushing and flossing your teeth is so important. Luckily, plaque can be removed by a cleaning from your dentist, and daily brushing and [...]
We have heard about the negative health effects of soda, but what does soda do to our dental health? Did you know that soda consumption is one of the leading causes of tooth decay? Most of us have seen ads talking about the harmful health effects of soda, like obesity and diabetes, but do you know what soda does to [...]
With advancements in dental care and dental products, many people ask if going to the dentist every six months is still necessary. Although dentistry has advanced, it is still recommended that you schedule an appointment every six-months with your dentist. A professional cleaning is important, but there are many dental health issues that, in the early stages, are hard to [...]
