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October 4, 2023
It only takes twenty four hours for plaque that is not removed from your teeth to turn into calculus (tartar)!...
Read More Causes of Periodontal Disease
October 4, 2023
Periodontal disease, which is also known as gum disease and periodontitis, is a progressive disease which, if left untreated, may...
Read More Types of Periodontal Disease
October 4, 2023
Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive disease which affects the supporting and surrounding tissue...
Read More Signs & Symptoms of Periodontal Disease
October 4, 2023
Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive condition and the leading cause of tooth loss...
Read More Mouth – Body Connection
October 4, 2023
Research studies have shown that there is a strong association between periodontal disease and other chronic conditions such as diabetes,...
Read More Periodontal Disease and Diabetes
October 4, 2023
It is well documented that people who suffer from diabetes are more susceptible to developing infections than non-diabetes sufferers. It...
Read More Periodontal Disease, Heart Disease and Stroke
October 4, 2023
Periodontal disease, heart disease and stroke may seem to be unlikely bedfellows, but researchers have found that gum disease sufferers...
Read More Periodontal Disease and Pregnancy
October 4, 2023
Researchers have shown that periodontal disease in expectant mothers actually exposes their unborn child to many different risks, particularly if...
Read More Periodontal Disease and Osteoporosis
October 4, 2023
Periodontal disease is characterized by a progressive loss of supportive gingival tissue in the gums and jawbone. It is the...
Read More Periodontal Disease and Respiratory Disease
October 4, 2023
Periodontal disease (also called periodontitis and gum disease) has been linked to respiratory disease through recent research studies. Researchers have...
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