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Nine Risk Indicators for Periodontal Disease

Posted: Monday, November 21, 2005

Researchers found that tooth loss due to periodontal disease is associated with the risk indicators of age, male gender, smoking, lack of professional maintenance, inadequate oral hygiene, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, rheumatoid arthritis and anterior tooth type.

Periodontal Disease Linked to Mortality in Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Monday, June 13, 2005

Brushing and flossing could do more than just maintain healthy teeth and gums; they also could help prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) in people with diabetes

Yogurt: An Antidote to Bad Breath?

Posted: Friday, March 18, 2005

Researchers found that eating 6 ounces of yogurt a day reduced levels of odor-causing compounds, such as hydrogen sulfide, in the mouth.

Periodontal Disease Predicts Mortality in Diabetics

Posted: Monday, January 24, 2005

Those with severe periodontal disease had a 28.4 % death rate and those with no or little periodontal disease had a 3.7% death rate

Diabetes: A Link Between Oral And Overall Health?

Posted: Monday, January 17, 2005

"Oral health symptoms of diabetics include dry mouth, periodontal (gum) disease, oral infections, cavities and delayed wound healing,"