Tag Archives: periodontal disease

Another Perio/Systemic Health Link, & Other News of Note

Posted on September 2, 2011 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

Periodontal Disease May Aggravate Respiratory Disease (Dr. Bicuspid) The list of systemic conditions influenced by periodontal disease appears to be growing longer every day. Now a new study has found an association between respiratory disease and periodontal disease (Journal of … Continue reading →

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What to Do for Receding Gums

Posted on July 18, 2011 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

Receding gums are a real problem for many – and not just for aesthetic reasons. The hard enamel covering the visible part of your teeth doesn’t extend to the roots. Those are covered by a much softer, permeable material called … Continue reading →

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Stat!: Brush & Floss as I Say, Not as I Do?

Posted on May 20, 2011 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

Percent of Americans who would be “most disturbed” if their romantic partner went without deodorant for a week: 24 Percent who would be “most disturbed” if they went without brushing or flossing for a week: 59 Percent of Americans who … Continue reading →

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How Oral Bacteria Get to the Rest of the Body, & Other News of Note

Posted on May 2, 2011 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

Mouth as the Gateway to Your Body (MedicalXpress) After cleaning your mouth, plaque begins forming before your brush even hits the cup. A key to plaque formation, said Yiping W. Han, a professor of periodontics at Case Western Reserve University … Continue reading →

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“What Is Gum Disease Anyway?”

Posted on February 16, 2011 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

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It’s Easy to Ignore the Damage You Can’t See

Posted on November 15, 2010 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

According to the CDC’s most recent data, almost half of all adult Americans have at least one chronic disease, and 70% of deaths are due to chronic disease – mostly heart disease, cancer and stroke. There are a couple major … Continue reading →

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How Fish Oils Fight Inflammation & Other News of Note

Posted on September 17, 2010 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

Why Fish Oils Work Swimmingly Against Inflammation and Diabetes (ScienceDaily) Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified the molecular mechanism that makes omega-3 fatty acids so effective in reducing chronic inflammation and insulin resistance. … Continue reading →

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Gum Disease – Alzheimer’s Link & Other News of Note

Posted on August 9, 2010 by The Verigin Dental Health Team

New Evidence Supports Link Between Gum Inflammation and Alzheimer’s Disease (PhysOrg) NYU dental researchers have found the first long-term evidence that periodontal (gum) disease may increase the risk of cognitive dysfunction associated with Alzheimer’s disease in healthy individuals as well … Continue reading →