Dental & Health Connection
November's article - Tooth Erosion - Latest Updates!
- "You may have noticed recently in the news lately – there has been a lot of focus on the erosion of tooth enamel. We are living longer and our diets have changed. There are numerous studies currently ongoing regarding what is damaging our teeth and what we can do to prevent or repair it. It is a very exciting..." read more
September's article - Medical History Review
- "To date, I have been explaining why the medical history review reveals critical information pertaining to your dental visit. The past two articles highlighted reasons for antibiotic pre-medication and the diabetic-dental connection. Today I will wrap up the medical history review with a few other significant considerations." read more
July's article - Diabetes and Dental Health
- "The American Diabetes Association reports that diabetes contributed to more than 210,000 deaths in the U.S. in 2000. The Center for Disease Control reports diabetes as being the sixth leading cause of death, with as many as 18 million people having diabetes and 41 million being pre-diabetic. These are huge numbers considering..." read more
May's article - The Medical and Dental Connection
- "At the beginnning of your dental appointment, you many notice that it usually begins with a review of your medical history. When this happens, frequently the patient will pause for a second and think; 1. No change - my teeth are fine, 2. There is no medical change that affects my teeth, or 3. That is really none of their business! The key word..." read more