Gum Health Affects Diabetes And Vice Versa
There is a strong correlation between gum health and your general wellness. Pathogens that enter the bloodstream are likely to enter through the busiest port in the body—your mouth. In fact, specific strains of harmful bacteria present in infected periodontal pockets have also been implicated in cases of colorectal cancer, respiratory disease, heart disease and…
Read MoreAn Insider’s Look at Perio Protect with Dr. Jim McCreight
The connection between oral health the overall health of your body, known as the oral-systemic link, is widely understood by dentists and doctors. But for many patients, this correlation is a relatively new concept. The mouth is the busiest port of entry into your body, and it is connected to all of the vital organs…
Read MoreBack-To-Routine
The end of Summer is bittersweet at best. The pool gets covered. Your sandals shuffle their way to the back of the closet. And the smell of sunscreen is slowly replaced by pumpkin spice. But on the upside, there’s a little less chaos and a little more structure as the kids head back to school…
Read MoreGet Your Mouth Beach-Ready
Sunglasses. Swimsuit. Towel. Book. Phone charger. Perio Protect. Every travel magazine and blog out there offers up their list of summer travel “essentials.” While they may promote the latest gadget or newest inflatable neck pillow, our travel recommendations are much simpler: take a long break from the office and pack only the essentials. But no…
Read MoreFor 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 MoreBefore You Sell Your Sports Car
There are a lot of treatment considerations when you have gum disease. If you ask Mike Miller, he’ll tell you treating gum disease surgically doesn’t just require recovery for your mouth. It also takes a toll on your bank account. Listen to Mike talk about the options in front of him and the circumstance in…
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