Posts Tagged ‘diabetes’
Good Dental Care Helps To Prevent Gum Disease
Did you know half of adults age 30 and older suffer from some form of gum disease? May 12th is Gum Health Day, the perfect time to give a little extra attention to this key oral health issue and do your best to prevent gum disease. What Is Gum Disease? Gum disease is caused by…
Read MoreDiabetes And How It Affects Your Dental Health
Just over 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes – that’s 34.2 million Americans. Approximately 1 in 3, or 88 million Americans, have pre-diabetes. Those are jarring statistics. Not only is this a serious concern for your overall health, but it also takes a toll on your mouth and dental health as well. Let’s learn more…
Read MoreDiabetes & Your Dental Health
Almost 10% of the population in the United States has diabetes. That’s 29.1 million people. Diabetes can have dramatic effects on your health and adversely affect your dental health. What is Diabetes? All the food we eat is turned to sugar and used for energy when digested by our bodies. When you have diabetes, your…
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