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Gum Disease May Accelerate Bone Loss Through the Gut Microbiome

Could Gum Disease Be Affecting Your Bones? The Surprising Gut Connection When we think about gum disease, we usually think about bleeding gums, bad breath, gum recession, or loose teeth. But researchers are increasingly exploring a much bigger question: Could inflammation that begins in the mouth influence bone health elsewhere in the body? One area […]

The Everyday Hygiene Habit Millions Do Without Thinking—Could It Be Doing More Harm Than Good?

  The Everyday Hygiene Habit Millions Do Without Thinking—Could It Be Doing More Harm Than Good? When a routine meant to keep you healthy becomes a habit worth reconsidering We all have daily hygiene routines we rarely question. We brush our teeth, wash our hands, shower, use personal-care products, and try to keep ourselves clean […]

The Link Between Gum Disease and Fatty Liver Disease: What Your Mouth May Be Telling You About Your Health

The Link Between Gum Disease and Fatty Liver Disease: What Your Mouth May Be Telling You About Your Health Your gums and your liver may be more connected than you think Your mouth is often described as a window into your overall health—and emerging research suggests that the connection may extend all the way to […]

Could Viruses Be the Next Weapon Against Gum Disease?

A naturally occurring type of virus may offer a new way to target the bacteria involved in severe periodontal disease When most people hear the word virus, they think about illness. But not all viruses infect humans. Some naturally occurring viruses, called bacteriophages—or “phages”—infect bacteria instead. Scientists are increasingly studying whether these microscopic bacteria-targeting viruses […]

More Young People Are Grinding Their Teeth

More Young People Are Grinding Their Teeth—Are You One of Them? Teeth grinding used to be something many people associated with older adults. Today, dentists are seeing signs of bruxism—clenching or grinding the teeth—across younger age groups as well. You may not even realize you are doing it. Grinding often happens during sleep, when you […]

Electric vs. Manual Toothbrush: Which Is Better for Your Teeth and Gums? It Depends on These Factors

Electric vs. Manual Toothbrush: Which Is Better for Your Teeth and Gums? It Depends on These Factors The best toothbrush isn’t necessarily the most expensive one. What matters is how effectively—and how gently—you use it. Walk into almost any store and you’ll find dozens of toothbrush choices. Some people swear by their electric toothbrush, while […]

ow advanced platelet rich fibrin (APRF) rebuilds gum and bone around a failing tooth, and what to ask your dentist before you say yes to an extraction

Before You Extract a Failing Tooth: How Advanced PRF May Help Rebuild Gum and Bone A failing tooth does not always mean a hopeless tooth. Before saying yes to extraction, ask whether regenerative periodontal treatment could give your natural tooth another chance. When a tooth develops significant bone loss, gum recession, deep periodontal pockets, or […]

The Mouth–Brain Connection: How Better Oral Health May Help Protect Cognitive Function

The Mouth–Brain Connection: How Better Oral Health May Help Protect Cognitive Function For years, oral health has been viewed primarily as a matter of protecting teeth and gums. But a growing body of research suggests that what happens in the mouth may also be connected to what happens in the brain. Recent research is drawing […]

What Gum Disease Can Tell Us About Body Inflammation

What Gum Disease Can Tell Us About Body Inflammation Your mouth may be telling you more about your overall health than you realize. Gum disease is often thought of as a problem that affects only the teeth and gums. But periodontitis is an inflammatory disease, and the inflammation occurring in the mouth can be part […]

Aspirin/Omega-3 Combo Matches Antibiotics in Treating Gum Disease

Aspirin/Omega-3 Combo Matches Antibiotics in Treating Gum Disease For years, antibiotics have been used as an additional tool in the treatment of periodontal disease. But exciting research suggests there may be another way to help control the inflammation that drives gum disease: combining low-dose aspirin with omega-3 fatty acids. A clinical study has reported that […]