Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is the leading cause of dementia in the U.S. elderly population. It is a progressive dementia characterized by early short-term memory impairment. Sadly, the annual cost in the U.S. for care, lost productivity, and resource loss involving individuals with AD is approximately $100 billion. That’s a TON …
Yet another study has come out about the oral-systemic connection, published in a dental journal, yet authored by two physicians. I can’t tell you how happy that makes me see that a physician (in this case, two!) gets involved in this area. Let me review some important elements of this …
Much has been written – and will continue to be written – about the connection between heart health and oral health. A large literature review was recently completed looking at a summary of evidence supporting “causal criteria” relating gum disease with atherosclerotic disease, which includes heart disease and peripheral artery disease. …
Chronic diseases-such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes-are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. Although chronic diseases are among the most common and costly health problems, they are also among the most preventable. Adopting healthy behaviors such as eating nutritious foods, being physically active, and …
As is true of other articles on this web site intended to illuminate the oral health- systemic health connection, there will continue to be evidence that seems to contradict previous information. However, it is my intention to shed light on these studies from a practical, take-away standpoint. Fortunately, as more …
Much has been written about at least a dozen or so conditions with strong, likely, or possible links to oral infection; however, the link to the heart has always – and will probably – remain the most scrutinized and important link. Why? Most likely it’s because heart disease is the …
Over the years, there’s been much confusion, concern, and miscommunication about the reason for taking antibiotics before a dental procedure. For one, any dental patient with any heart condition was told in the past that antibiotics would be needed prior to any dental procedure. Of course, everyone felt this was …
Make no doubt about it: snoring and sleep apnea are significant problems and should be thoroughly investigated with your physician and a sleep specialist. The stress of the heart during times when you’re not breathing – or not taking in enough air – can lead to death. And that’s a …
In dentistry, we have been promoting the use of calcium and vitamin D supplements for years, but few adults have been paying heed. Often the choice is to take nothing; even when supplements are used, the levels people take vary widely. The U.S. Institute of Medicines Food and Nutrition Board …
Evidence of the connection between oral health and your general health is growing. Did you know that some form of gum disease affects 80% of the population? That’s a staggering number of people. What’s even more staggering is the effect gum disease has on your oral health and your overall …
