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New study links Periodontitis and COVID-19 complications
From the American Academy of Periodontology website: “Systemic inflammation is not only a symptom of COVID-19, but can also be a symptom of periodontal disease,
The Relationship Between Diabetes And Periodontal Disease
For years we’ve known that people with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease than people without diabetes. People with diabetes are more likely
Periodontal Disease Can Impact Your Heart
It’s possible that if you have periodontal disease, you may be at risk for cardiovascular disease. We’ve known that bacteria may affect the heart. Now evidence
How Periodontal Disease Can Affect Your Pregnancy
It’s possible that if you have periodontal disease and are pregnant, you may be at risk for having a premature, low birthweight baby. For a long time we’ve
Tobacco & Periodontal Disease
As you probably already know, tobacco use is linked with many serious illnesses such as cancer, lung disease and heart disease, as well as numerous
Should You Continue To Floss?
In recent news, the value of flossing has been called into question. However, the American Academy of Periodontology has made it clear that everyone should
