November brings about holiday spirit, family togetherness, and feasting. Although the holiday season provides ample opportunity to shovel tasty treats into your mouth, many Americans face the challenge of balancing their food choices with diabetes. During November, the American Diabetics Association raises diabetes awareness with a month-long campaign. The multi-specialty, Temcula dentists from The Oasis… Read more »
Category: Gum Disease
Riverside Dentists Discuss Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
November’s arrival often brings an increase in children’s cavities due to a busy Halloween season. Additionally, many patients see November as a perfect time to come into our office for dental checkups. However, November also honors patients affected with a disease capable of diminishing mental function known as Alzheimer’s disease. In honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness… Read more »
Dementia and Chewing Ability Quiz from Riverside Dentists
As the population continues to live longer and longer, an increase in certain medical conditions could occur. More patients require hip and joint replacements each year as their body simply wears down with age. Additionally, many other patients notice a loss in mental capacity as they age. Could there be a link between oral health… Read more »
Riverside Dentists on Bone and Joint Health
As people age, their bones and joints can wear out or begin to deteriorate. Conditions like osteoporosis can take a toll on bone growth and health. Mid-October brings Bone and Joint Health National Awareness Week. Promoting and maintaining bone growth acts as an essential factor in retaining teeth and a fully-functioning jaw. Adult tooth loss… Read more »
Gum Disease: Men at Higher Risk than Women
Although losing a tooth called for celebration as a child, losing a tooth as an adult can be a trying ordeal. Many people don’t realize that the leading cause of tooth loss is gum disease. Avoiding gum disease for your entire life is becoming increasingly difficult. Reports indicate roughly 80% of adults in America will… Read more »
Riverside Dentist Discusses Lung Health and Gum Disease
Do you ever wonder about the role oral health plays in overall health? Recent studies are focusing on the connection between oral health and its relation to the rest of the body. The association between cardiovascular health and periodontal health is one of the connections scientists are continually exploring. Other studies suggest certain respiratory infections… Read more »
Corona Dentists Say Green Tea is Great for Oral Health
of 940 men, and found that the oral health of those who routinely drank green tea was superior to those who consumed less green tea.
Riverside Dentists Discuss the Stages of Gum Disease
, is an inflammation of the gums that can lead to the destruction of the tissues and bone that surround and support your teeth. If left untreated, periodontal disease leads to tooth loss. Over 75% of Americans have some type of periodontal disease, so recognizing early warning signs is essential to maintaining a healthy mouth.
Riverside Dentists Discuss the Oral-Systemic Connection
Good oral hygiene habits not only protect the health of your mouth, they also help maintain your overall health. An increasing number of studies link a series of illnesses and diseases to oral health. While researchers have documented some connections better than others, a common link is bacteria. Portal to Your Body Think of your… Read more »
Why do Gums Suffer with Age?
Periodontitis, or gum disease, causes excessive gum bleeding and bone loss, which eventually leads to tooth loss. In fact, periodontitis is the leading cause of adult tooth loss in the US. The swelling and bleeding associated with gum disease is caused by an over-active immune response to the bacteria in your mouth. As we grow… Read more »
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