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August 5, 2010

Alzheimers Linked to Periodontal Disease

New York University College of Dentistry researchers have found long-term evidence that periodontal disease may increase the risk of brain inflammation, neurodegeneration and Alzheimer’s disease.  The research team looked at 20 years of data and what they found supports the idea of a possible link between periodontal disease and Alzheimer’s disease. According to Dr. Angela Kamer, lead researcher “The research […]
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July 23, 2010

Twice-A-Day Brushing Good For Your Heart

A new study reported in the British Medical Journal, 2010 reports that regular twice-a-day tooth-brushing is associated with lower risks of heart disease.  The study also showed decreased levels of inflammatory markers C-reactive protein and fibrinogen, which are associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, when study participants brushed with higher frequency. The study was designed to discover whether […]
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June 24, 2010

Dental Checkups – More Important Than You Think

Opening your mouth during a dental checkup reveals a great deal about your general health and well-being.  Your teeth and gums can tell the story of your overall health to a trained eye.  Loose teeth, for example,  may point to osteoporosis; cavities and gum disease may signal underlying heart disease or diabetes; a scalloped tongue may point to obstructive sleep […]
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June 4, 2010

Midnight Snacking Leads to Tooth Loss

Eating late at night is an easy way to gain weight but  midnight snacks have been found to be bad for your dental health as well.  A study published in the August issue of Eating Behaviors reveals that eating food late at night contributes to tooth loss.  Surprisingly, this outcome was not dependent upon the types of food eaten.  The […]
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