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For Men, Perio Protect Certainly Can’t Hurt Your Love Life
Beyond the benefits of whiter teeth and fresher breath, treating gum disease may also enhance romantic pursuits in another crucial area. In fact, we have seen several recent studies suggesting an association between periodontal disease and erectile dysfunction. For those of us who have been studying the effects of gum disease on the function of…
Read MoreLooking Diabetes In The Mouth
For those suffering with diabetes, every month is diabetes awareness month. The disease requires constant attention and alters the way sufferers think about what they eat, where they go and, generally, how they function. Yet not until recently have diabetics considered the impact of gum health on their glucose levels. Fortunately, Dr. Tim Pranger has…
Read MoreDifferent Treatments For Different Wounds: The Uncommon, Commonsense Way To Treat Gum Disease
You wouldn’t apply a tourniquet to a bruise. Or put an ice pack on an ulcer. Those would be the wrong treatment protocols for those particular conditions. Yet, when it comes to care for chronically infected gums and loss of bone—the markers of periodontitis—dental professionals are trained to provide acute wound treatment protocols. It may…
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