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Breakfast Floss- New Find in Philly (video)
By Blane J. Nasveschuk, DMD on February 27, 2014 in Articles, Decayed Teeth, Gum Disease, History, Hygiene, News, Office News, Oral Health, Tooth Ache
Breakfast Floss- the essence of breakfast in an oral hygiene too, a new find! Fun at Reading Terminal Market Philadelphia, PA.
Can straightening your teeth improve your health?
By Blane J. Nasveschuk, DMD on February 3, 2012 in Articles, Cosmetic Treatment, Oral Health, Orthodontics
Can straightening your teeth improve your health? We all know that going through a teeth straightening treatment like Invisalign or traditional braces improves your appearance. However, did you know that having straighter teeth can also improve your overall health? Malocclusion When your teeth are improperly aligned in your mouth it creates what dentists and […]
Vicious circle: Diabetics prone to gum disease, which can worsen glucose control
By: Sheryl Ubelacker, Health Reporter, The Canadian Press TORONTO – People with diabetes are far more prone to developing serious gum disease than those without the disorder, but it’s not only tooth loss they need to worry about. Experts say chronic periodontal disease can also affect the ability to keep blood-sugar levels under control, leading […]
How Healthy is your Smile?
How Healthy is your Smile? by Kathryn Cook January 2011 Oral health is often taken for granted, but is an essential part in our everyday lives. Good oral health enhances our ability to speak, smile, eat and enjoy our lives with comfort and confidence. In addition, as new research continues to show, healthy teeth and […]
Healthy Gums May Lead to Healthy Lungs
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums may reduce risk for pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. CHICAGO—January 18, 2011—Maintaining periodontal health may contribute to a healthy respiratory system, according to research published in the Journal of Periodontology. A new study suggests that periodontal disease may increase the risk for respiratory infections, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) […]
Gum Treatment Uses Lasers Reduces Medical Risks
By Blane J. Nasveschuk, DMD on August 21, 2010 in Articles, Cardiovascular, Diabetes, Gum Disease, Laser Dentistry, Office News, Pregnancy, Respiratory
Silent, undiagnosed, untreated and ongoing gum disease poses a significant health hazard say our medical colleagues, due to chronic inflammation that continually irritates the body’s immune system.
The Perio-Cardio Connection, Relationship Between Heart Disease and Gum Disease
The Perio-Cardio Connection, Relationship Between Heart Disease and Gum Disease February 19th, 2010 By Dr. Edgard El Chaar Gum (periodontal) diseases are chronic bacterial infections that affect the gums and supporting structures of the teeth and, if left untreated, can lead to serious health problems including heart disease. When the link between cardiovascular heart disease […]
Dental Health and Bad Breath
Bad breath, medically called halitosis, can result from poor dental health habits and may be a sign of other health problems. Bad breath can also be made worse by the types of foods you eat and other unhealthy lifestyle habits. How Does What You Eat Affect Breath? Basically, all the food you eat begins to […]
Why is Oral Health Important for Men?
Men are less likely than women to take care of their physical health and, according to surveys and studies, their oral health is equally ignored. Good oral health recently has been linked with longevity. Yet, one of the most common factors associated with infrequent dental checkups is just being male. Men are less likely than […]