Enlarged gums and leukemia

Bigger Gums In Kids Might Be An Indication Of Leukemia

A current case study discussed how over-sized gums in children might be a possible indicator of leukemia. Occasionally for a dentist, it can be tough to properly diagnose a patient’s problem solely based on what is happening in their mouth alone. Because of this, dentists should think about causes outside of the patient’s mouth when …

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Heart disease and tooth loss

Midlife Dental Health Now Critical in Assessing Cardiovascular Conditions

Cardiovascular illness has, for a long time, affected thousands worldwide and also claimed lives, but with current studies and innovations, researchers are looking for more ways to curb this dreaded disease. In 2018, a team of researchers brought to light new information regarding a relationship between tooth loss and cardiovascular disease. Putting aside the usual …

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E-cigarettes may cause cavities

You May Be Getting Cavities From Those Sweet E-Cigarettes

The sweet tastes found in e-cigarettes can be equally as negative for you as candy as a result of the chemicals the liquids have inside of them. The ADA has discovered that sweet-flavored e-cigarettes have similar chemical properties to high-sucrose, gelatin-based candies like gummy bears, and also acidic drinks such as Coke or Pepsi—adversely engaging …

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Osteoporosis Medication and the Dentist

Things You Should Know About Osteoporosis Treatment

Since the early 1970’s, treatment has been used to halt the breaking down of bone diseases such as osteoporosis and metastatic bone cancer. Most commonly, the medications are in a category called bisphosphonates. This medication slows down the function of specific cells called osteoclasts. In a healthy body, osteoclasts digest old bone to extract calcium …

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