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The Link Between Allergies And Dry Mouth

There is no concrete answer to whether allergies can result in dry mouth. Allergic reactions do not directly cause dry mouth, but it can be a repercussion of those allergies. In other words, allergies can cause dry mouth, but more indirectly. How are allergies and dry mouth connected? Allergic reactions can give you a dry …

Perio Breath: Things To Know

You may be wondering about your bad breath, even though you might not be eating onion or garlic more often. You may have this bad breath due to your gums. This gum-related bad breath is also known as perio breath, and it is a sign of a bigger problem with your gums. In this article, …

Do Probiotics help Oral Health

New studies have shown that probiotics, which are live microorganisms that are considered friendly bacteria, can have health benefits that go far beyond the stomach.  This new area of research shows that this can help not only with bad breath, but even fighting gum disease and plaque too. This can help stop and slow the …

What is TMJ

The temporomandibular joint is known as the TMJ joint and is usually shorted to TMJ. But what is so important about this joint? Well, it’s at the base f your skull that’s in front of your ear structure and connects to your mandible.  This brings the jaws together. This is a unique thing because the …

Warning Signs of Gingivitis

Gingivitis is never a fun condition, but there are some warning signs.  It is an inflammation of the gums which, when left unchecked can cause periodontitis, and may cause eventual tooth loss.  Here, we’ll discuss the warning signs, and what you can do about them. First, is inflammation of the gums. They’re red, swollen, and …

Obesity and Periodontitis

Many medical professionals do believe obesity to be a chronic condition, and it’s understood that this is on the rise, with more and more younger people becoming obese due to poor nutrition and bad eating habits. But it also puts you at risk for hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and other problems, including cancers and respiratory …

Can you have Too Much Fluoride?

Do you like fluoride? Well, according to the ADA, it’s a cavity fighter, especially for developing teeth.  You’ve probably been getting enough of it, even without trying. It comes from the water, our food and supplements, and that all is used to create strong enamel, which is good for resisting tooth decay. After the teeth …