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Researchers Link Gum Disease to Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer’s
in Dental Health, Oral Health onRead moreKeeping those pearly whites clean affects more than oral and heart health. Recent studies have shown that oral hygiene could also have an impact on brain and cognitive function. Research out of King’s College London and University of Southampton shows…
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Studies Show A Link Between Depression and Oral Health
in Dental Health, Oral Health onRead moreRecent studies have shown a connection between depression and oral health. Depression is a disease that affects a person’s ability to cope with day-to-day life and decreases their motivation for self-care. Needless to say, activities such as brushing teeth, flossing…
Are There Dental Health Benefits to Chewing Gum?
Read moreThis debate has been going on for years and we’re afraid the answer remains both YES and NO. Many big-brand chewing gums are full of artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and acesulfame potassium. Both are FDA approved and generally regarded…
Blueberry Extract Could Be a Remedy for Gum Disease
in Dental Health, Oral Health onRead moreA new study has found that extracts from blueberries could help fight gum disease. Researchers explained that the extract found in wild blueberries helps prevent formation of plaque on teeth, which leads to gum disease and periodontitis. Antibiotics are needed…
The Link Between Arthritis And Gum Disease
in Dental Health, Oral Health onRead moreIn recent years, researchers have continued to find a link between periodontitis (gum disease) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In one study, people with RA were eight times more likely to get periodontitis than people without RA. Another study found…