Month: November 2016

How to Protect Teeth from Diabetes

How to Protect Teeth from Diabetes

Did you know that an estimated 30 million Americans are living with diabetes? At my Alexandria dental office, we have helped patients of all ages diagnosed with diabetes maintain their oral health. This is important because diabetes can leave you more susceptible to other issues such as periodontal (gum) disease, infections, poor healing, and dry…

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Are Gum Disease and Dementia Related?

Are Gum Disease and Dementia Related?

According to a recent study in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, there is a chance people with poor oral hygiene or elevated gum (or periodontal) disease could possibly be at greater risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. At my Alexandria dental office,  we always stress the importance of keeping teeth and gums healthy because…

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