29.1 million people, or 9.3% of the U.S. population, have been diagnosed with diabetes. It is also projected that 8.1 million people have diabetes now but have yet to be diagnosed. But what is the connection between diabetes and your teeth? Each part of your body affects the other. Diabetes affects your entire body. It… Read more »
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The Basics of Bone Grafting
If you are missing a tooth, have periodontal disease, or your jaw is too weak for a dental implant or to be healthy enough to properly help you with all your daily needs, you may need a jawbone graft. Here are the basics: What is a jawbone graft? A jawbone graft is a kind of… Read more »
Your New Dental Implants Need Daily Care and Cleaning
If you’ve had one or more teeth restored by a dental implant, it will still need daily care and cleaning. While the restoration is made from artificial materials that will not be susceptible to tooth decay, the titanium abutments can be compromised by chronic gum disease. Plaque buildup and residual food particles that are not… Read more »
