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Gum Disease Could Be an Early Indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis

| May 5, 2015 Comment

Gum Disease Could Be an Early Indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis – According to an Australian dental expert, people with periodontal (gum) disease have an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis later in life. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease that causes painful inflammation in the joints of hands and feet, and can cause bone […]

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Periodontal Disease and Bone Loss

Periodontal Disease and Bone Loss

| July 16, 2014 Comment

Periodontal Disease and Bone Loss – Periodontal disease–or gum disease–has the potential to not only ruin your gums but also cause bone loss. Check out this video to learn the connection between periodontal disease and bone loss. Expert: Paul Fletcher, DDS Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, Specialized Dentistry of New York Transcript Good oral hygiene depends upon […]

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Fine Points of Flossing

Fine Points of Flossing

| May 7, 2014 Comment

Fine Points of Flossing – You hear it from your dentist at just about every visit: “floss more”! Why does he care so much? Because no matter how good of a brusher you are, one of each tooth still remains untouched. Watch this video to learn how to fix that! Expert: Paul Fletcher, DDS Periodontics and […]

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