What is this disease? 80% of the U.S. population will develop gum disease Without treatment gum disease worsens Insurance statistics identify that less than 5% receive treatment Why is gum disease so important? Your risk for developing: heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes and other life threatening diseases increases Bacteria from the mouth are carried […]
What risks are associated with Diabetes? Greater risks for developing oral health problems with more complications Increases risk of developing bone infections, which ultimately lead to loss of teeth Decreased resistance to infection and more prone to developing oral infections Infections and dental surgeries take longer to heal Compromised immune systems may be prone to […]
What’s In the Brown Bottle? What is it? Chlorhexidine (CHX) rinse is a germicidal mouthwash that reduces bacteria in the mouth and can only be prescribed by a dentist. Why do I use it? CHX is used to treat gum disease which eventually leads to loss of teeth. How do I use it? Rinse with […]