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Obesity Linked With Periodontal Disease – How to Keep Your Teeth Healthy

September 26, 2018

Filed under: Gum Disease,Oral Health — Tags: , — Dr. Faist & Dr. Koops @ 8:22 pm

When you recognize the cause or causes of periodontal diseases, you have a good chance of treating and preventing the problem. However, obesity is characterized by a high level of blood sugar usually caused by the secretion of abnormal insulin. An insulin resistant individual can be obese when the pancreas no longer produces adequate insulin to lower the blood sugar, which makes the organ exhausted. Chronic and acute diseases can lead to hormonal disorder in the body. The periodontal infection is the widespread diseases across the world, and it can lead to a severe dental problem.

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Why Flossing Is Important to Your Dental Health

September 12, 2018

Filed under: Oral Hygiene — Tags: — Dr. Faist & Dr. Koops @ 8:21 pm

Flossing is not something that can be ignored.

Many people claimed that brushing is one of the essential things you can do, but some still don’t floss. However, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends flossing twice per day, but it is ideal to floss at least once a day. For people that floss once per day, the ADA recommends brushing alongside.

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