Prescribed medications serve a purpose to help us manage a disease, ease pain, or heal from injury. In 2021, the Health Policy Institute reported that about 66% of U.S. adults were taking at least one prescription drug per day. More than 260 million users take...
The mouth often serves as the first warning sign that there is a health issue elsewhere in the body. Today, we are discussing celiac disease, a serious autoimmune disease in which the immune system responds to the consumption of gluten (wheat, rye, barley) by attacking...
According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of all adults in the United States have some form of cardiovascular disease. Among the many causes that point to heart health issues, periodontal disease has been shown to be a significant predictor of certain coronary events....
There are some celebrities that make the rumpled bed head hairstyle look good. Rod Stewart. Mick Jagger. We know them for their voices and iconic songs as much as we do for their signature looks. But when your toothbrush develops a bad case of bed...
In our continuing series on the impact of dental health to systemic diseases, this month we are discussing the direct link between periodontal disease and diabetes. It is well-documented within scientific and medical communities that a committed dental care routine can positively affect glycemic control....
Over the years as we look in the mirror, we may sometimes notice that more of our teeth are showing. They somehow look longer. While teeth do not grow, gums can recede over time, showing more of our teeth. Receding gums are a common concern...
