Batman battles bad guys. And so does your dentist. As far as your mouth’s concerned, your dentist is your first line of defense when it comes to fighting diseases. But how? Your dentist is trained to spot abnormalities in your mouth that can be a sign of a medical problem. … [Read more...]
Beware of Oral Cancer
Unfortunately, oral cancer has been labeled over the years as a disease of tobacco users. While a large percentage of oral cancers are the result of tobacco use, there are other risk factors that can increase your chance of being diagnosed. Oral cancer affects the mouth, … [Read more...]
National Diabetes Alert Day: Pre-diabetes and Gum Disease
Many people are aware of the connection between diabetes and oral health, but did you know that oral health complications of diabetes begin with pre-diabetes? Almost all those diagnosed with type 2 diabetes have pre-diabetes prior to diagnosis. Symptoms of pre-diabetes are … [Read more...]
Quit Smoking Now!
Smoking is no laughing matter. With the Great American Smokeout 2 days away, it is important to evaluate the real reasons you smoke, and the benefits of quitting. Not only is the health of your gums and teeth at risk, with every dose of nicotine and tobacco you ingest, your … [Read more...]
Acid Reflux May Attack Your Teeth
Ever experience a painful burning sensation radiating from inside the chest? Well, that’s good old heartburn. And persistent symptoms, more than twice weekly, may be a sign of acid reflux (officially Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disease, or GERD). However, not everyone with GERD … [Read more...]