Bacterial plaque can lead to serious gum issues which have been associated with a variety of other health issues. In fact, periodontitis is the gum infection where science has found the strongest link between oral health and a variety of health problems.
Individuals living with diabetes are often well used to managing multiple health
conditions. With a constant focus on blood glucose levels, it may not be all that surprising that good oral hygiene should be of key importance to all diabetics.
Experts have discovered an interesting two-way relationship between diabetes and periodontitis.
People with gum disease are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Find out how plaque on your teeth may be connected to plaque in your arteries.
During pregnancy, women naturally have an increased focus on their own health as well as that of their baby. From morning sickness, to taking additional multivitamins, to reviewing their diet, there are many things to consider.
One thing that may not be at the top of the list of considerations is oral health. Learn how pregnancy can make the mouth more susceptible to gum issues.
Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia affects over 35.6 million individuals worldwide, with the number predicted to double every 20 years to reach over 115 million people by 20501.
However, you may be surprised to learn that there could be an association between oral health, specifically gum disease, and cognitive brain loss.
BRUSH WITH STANNOUS FLUORIDE:
Stannous Fluoride toothpaste helps protect your gums against bacterial plaque.
SWITCH TO ELECTRIC:
Remove 100% more plaque than a regular manual brush toothbrush for a better clean.
SWISH FOR REINFORCEMENTS:
Mouth rinses containing bioavailable Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC) formulated at 0.07% helps to reduce plaque.Protect your oral health with a holistic oral care regimen for a happy, healthy mouth and body:
FLOSS AWAY:
Plaque hides between teeth where brushing alone can’t reach—pair traditional floss an oral irrigator to help reduce plaque buildup in tight spaces.
KEEP UP WITH DENTAL VISITS:
See your dental professional for regular checkups and professional cleanings.Iain L. C. Chapple BDS, FDSRCPS (Glas), FDSRCS (Edin) Ph.D. CCST (Rest Dent)
Iain Chapple is Professor of Periodontology, Director of Research for the Institute of...
Maurizio S. Tonetti
DMD, PhD, MMSc, FDS
RCPS, FDS RCS(Eng), FHEA
Maurizio’s current principal positions include: Chair Professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong ...
Philippe Bouchard
Pr. Philippe Bouchard is full Professor and Chairman of the Department of Periodontology, U.F.R. d’odontologie Paris Garancière, Université de Paris in France, where he received ...
Sinem Esra
Sahingur, DDS,
MS, PhD
Dr. Esra Sahingur serves as the Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Student Research at University of Pennsylvania,...
Thomas Dietrich
Thomas Dietrich is Head of the Department of Oral Surgery in the School of Dentistry in the Institute of Clinical Sciences at the University of Birmingham.Iain Chapple is Professor of Periodontology, Director of Research for the Institute of...
