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New Study Shows Correlation Between Gum Disease, Heart Disease

There’s more evidence of the health problems that stem from poor oral health. A...

FDA May Impose Limits on Sugar

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration may soon make major changes to sugar consumption....

Interviews: It’s Gum Disease Awareness Month

February is Gum Disease Awareness Month. The Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry (IALD) has...

Blackberries May Lead to Healthy Gums

Blackberries could be beneficial for one’s oral health. A new study shows that this...

Compared to Peers, US Health Comes up Short

This health disadvantage exists even though the United States spends more per capita on...

Smoking Snuffs Out ‘Good’ Cholesterol

Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease, contributing to more than one-third...

Correlation Exists Between Dental Health, Dementia

Maintaining good oral health will lower the risk of dementia later in life, according...

European Economic Issues May Hurt Dental Patients

The issues facing the euro may soon impact dental patients. Funding for dental care...

Dental Hygiene Essential for Congenital Heart Disease Patients

Many congenital heart disease patients are seeing their risk of endocarditis increase. One reason...

BPA May Increase Heart Disease Risk

The bisphenol A in dental sealants may pose new health risks. It’s possible that...