DIABETES AND YOUR ORAL HEALTH
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease in which the body’s ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired and the body cannot properly control the …
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SJÖGREN’S SYNDROME
Sjögren’s disease Sjögren’s (show-grins) syndrome is a systemic autoimmune disease. It is one of the most common autoimmune diseases, affecting as many as 4 million Americans. It is characterized by inflammation …
TEETH WHITENING
There are many reasons that your teeth may become discolored or stained. First, there are two different types of stains. Extrinsic and intrinsic. Extrinsic- When the outer layer of the …
PERIODONTAL DISEASEPeriodontal disease
Periodontal disease Also known as gum disease, is an inflammatory disease that affects primarily the gums. Types of disease range from a gum infection that causes swelling and bleeding …
HOW DO EATING DISORDERS AFFECT OUR ORAL HEALTH?
It’s not a secret… eating disorders affect our oral health. What is kept a secret is that someone close to you may be suffering from an eating disorder. As a result, …
WHAT IS YOUR TONGUE TELLING YOU ABOUT YOUR HEALTH?
The tongue is an important indicator of our health and can provide clues about what is going on within our body. For instance, it is linked to many of …
DO YOU CLENCH OR GRIND YOUR TEETH?
Teeth grinding is an involuntary movement that can cause negative and destructive effects to the teeth and areas in the mouth. Grinding your teeth generally refers to sliding action …
HEALTHY DENTAL HABITS FOR KIDS
Learn about how to establish healthy dental habits and encourage your children to take good care of their teeth from the beginning. Schedule a visit It is recommended that …
