this procedure causes your bone and gum tissue to grow. Done along with flap surgery, a small piece of mesh-like fabric is inserted between your bone and gum tissue. This keeps your gum tissue from growing into the area where your bone should be. That allows your bone and connective ...
Before you say "not me," be aware that gum disease affects almost half of adults over age 30, and 70 percent of adults over age 65. Unfortunately, this condition doesn't always show obvious signs, so millions of people don't realize they have it until the disease reaches an advanced st...
21 responses to “How Gum Disease Affects The Whole Body” Susan January 6, 2024 Hello Katie, I’m experiencing wiggly teeth. I’m wondering if taking Fosamax has caused this issue. Or maybe the wiggly teeth would be worse without Fosamax use. Nevertheless, I’ve currently put the Fosamax...
Researchers say they have unlocked the mystery of how gum-disease bacteria invade the body to cause dementia--a discovery that could lead to preventative measures. [Read More] No reproduction or republication without written permission.Trending Now Last 24 hours Last 7 days Japan again ranks ...
Severe gum disease has been linked to the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, but an understanding of how the connection plays out in the immune system remains unclear. This week in mSystems, a new study identifies immune syste
Well, new research from Finland has pointed to a surprising link between gum disease and the development of some cancers. And even worse, it has been linked to the risk of cancer-related death. Oral health may be more important in preventing the development of cancer than we thought. ...
Gum disease begins when bacteria eat away at gum tissue, allowing the bacteria to enter the bloodstream. Studies show up to 100 million bacteria can live on a single tooth of a person with gum disease! Studies have found these strains of bacteria in organs all over the body, from tissues ...
Recent studies have shown that gum disease bacteria and an associated toxic substance enter the body through blood vessels, leading to the generation and accumulation of amyloid beta in the brain. But it was not clear how exactly the proteins accumulate there. ...
Ask the Dentist: How Can I Avoid Gum Disease?I'm going to discuss a problem affecting our mouths as we get older: gum disease or in dental terms – periodontal disease. To avoid gum disease, we must first understand what it is and what causes ...A Healthier Michigan...
If your gums are swollen, inflamed, or tender when you brush, you may have gingivitis – a mild form of gum disease caused by plaque that's built up around your gumline. This news may make you feel like you've failed in the oral hygiene department, but don't worry, it's actually ...