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Raisins Help Protect Your Teeth and Gums

Posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Clinical studies have found that, contrary to the prevailing beliefs that raisins contribute to tooth decay, raisins may actually help protect the teeth and gums.

Oral Hygiene Helps Not Only Diabetes but Cardiovascular Disease

Posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2009

There are common genetic factors that slightly predispose individuals to develop both periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease, a prospective study of Swedish twins indicates.

A Good Dentist Sees More than Teeth

Posted: Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Troubled teeth and gums aren't always just a dental problem. Sometimes they indicate deeper issues, and dentists are increasingly picking up the clues.

Genetic Link Between Heart Disease and Gum Disease Found

Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 2009

A genetic link between gum disease (periodontitis) and heart disease has been discovered by German scientists. This could be an important finding for those with diabetes because of the increased risk of heart disease to gum disease The association between periodontitis and coronary heart disease (CHD) has been known for years, but a genetic link between the conditions hadn't been confirmed. The University of Kiel team found that the two diseases share a genetic variant on chromosome 9.

Periodontal Disease Can Lead To Gestational Diabetes

Posted: Wednesday, April 15, 2009

A new study by NYU dental researchers has uncovered evidence that pregnant women with periodontal (gum) disease face an increased risk of developing gestational diabetes even if they don't smoke or drink, a finding that underscores how important it is for all expectant mothers - even those without other risk factors - to maintain good oral health.

Periodontitis Associated with Development of Type 2 Diabetes And Its Complications

Posted: Wednesday, June 11, 2008

The first ever symposium at the ADA from the American Dental Association shows that treating periodontal disease lowers A1c levels. Treating periodontal disease can be just as important as treating a foot wound on a patients with diabetes.

Periodontal Disease Causes Gestational Diabetes In Pregnant Women

Posted: Friday, April 04, 2008

Dr. Ananda P. Dasanayake, a professor of epidemiology and health promotion at the NYU College of Dentistry, led the study on 256 women at New York s Bellevue Hospital Center through their first six months of pregnancy.

Medications Plus Dental Materials May Cause A Reaction for Diabetic Patients

Posted: Friday, April 04, 2008

According to a study in the November/December 2007 issue of General Dentistry, the AGD's clinical, peer-reviewed journal, diabetic patients especially need to communicate special needs to their dentists. This is due to harmful interactions that could occur because of the materials and medications used at dental appointments.

Marijuana Smoking Increases Risk For Gum Disease

Posted: Friday, February 15, 2008

The health consequences of marijuana use are often under question, with many claiming that there is often more benefit than harm involved in smoking pot. A recent New Zealand study has shown that for young people, marijuana use greatly increases the risk of gum disease, much in the same way cigarette smoking does.

Saliva A Marker for Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Thursday, June 14, 2007

Saliva may be a marker for both periodontal disease activity and hyperglycemia in uncontrolled type 2 diabetes, according to new research.