Long-Term Gum Disease Tied to Alzheimer’s Posted On August 25, 2017 | Dentist, Doctors, General, Health Chronic gum inflammation, known as periodontitis, is associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, researchers from Taiwan report. Chronic periodontitis, a leading cause of tooth loss, is also associated with increases in markers of inflammation throughout the body. Some recent studies have suggested that chronic periodontitis might contribute Read More
4 oral healthcare points for your pregnant patients Posted On August 16, 2017 | Dentist, General, Health What is the most important information to communicate to your pregnant patients? In observance of National Women's Health Week, DrBicuspid.com spoke to dentists and obstetricians about how pregnant women can best take care of the oral health of themselves and their children. Some recommendations have evolved and may surprise you. Read More