Tag: Gum disease
Did you know that bad breath and gum disease could increase your risk of heart disease?
It is well-documented that high blood pressure, inactivity and smoking are linked to an elevated risk of heart disease, but did you know that bad breath and gum disease could also be risk factors for strokes and heart attacks? Dr Nigel Carter OBE, chief executive of the Oral Health Foundation,…
READ ARTICLENew study backs link between drug abuse and poor oral health
New research has suggested a link between poor oral health and drug abuse, adding to a growing body of evidence that supports the notion that using illegal drugs harms the teeth and gums. A new review, which has been published online by the journal, Addiction, claims that people who use…
READ ARTICLEStudy finds link between gum disease bacteria and rheumatoid arthritis risk
New research has suggested a link between gum disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Scientists have discovered that bacteria associated with gum disease could also increase the risk of rheumatoid arthritis. Professor Felipe Andrade, from John Hopkins University, explained that the findings may bring us closer to establishing the root causes of…
READ ARTICLECentral London Check-Ups Will Save You Money in The Long Run
A lot of you people in central London are very busy. So fitting in the important things such as dental and doctor’s appointments can be difficult to juggle into a hectic day, but juggle you must, because we are talking about your health here. When it comes to attending a…
READ ARTICLELondoners Turn to Lasers For Painless Treatment
Many people suffer from anxiety when they have an impending dental appointment and often this is due to a fear of pain, the dreaded dental drill or needles. With laser treatment, we are able to treat Londoners quickly and painlessly. About laser dental treatment Laser dentistry is becoming increasingly commonplace…
READ ARTICLELondon Dentists Know That Flossing Can Keep Your Gums In Great Working Order
Good oral hygiene is the best way to keep the teeth strong and the gums healthy. If you brush your teeth night and day and take the time to floss on a regular basis, your chances of suffering from toothache, cavities and gum disease, will be significantly lower. Most people…
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