Posts Tagged ‘bleeding gums’
Diabetes and how it affects your mouth
Diabetes affects the whole body – Gum Disease is the lesser known complication What is Diabetes? It is a metabolic disorder affecting blood sugar levels. This means; The body is unable to produce or properly use insulin, a hormone needed to convert sugar, starches and other foods into energy. It is estimated that 4.05 Million people…
Read MorePregnancy and Your Oral Health
Pregnancy is a truly wonderful thing, but can take it’s toll on a women’s body. During the nine months it can affect all aspects of health, including her oral health. Looking out for the warning signs of possible pregnancy-related conditions is important, as treatment can begin early, nipping any further serious issues in the bud.…
Read MoreDental Hygienist vs Dentist, What’s the difference?
Do you ever wonder why your Dentist refers you to a Dental Hygienist? Well here are the differences to what your Dentist and Hygienist do, and their importance to your Dental Health. Dental Check-Up; The Dentist checks more than you may think, and you might not even notice! What the dentist checks on the outside;…
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