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Gum Disease Can Lead to an Unhealthy Heart
There is research demonstrating a connection between gum disease and cardiovascular disease. Gum, or periodontal, disease is a collection of inflammatory diseases affecting the tissues that surround and support the teeth. Patients with periodontal disease typically have elevated C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, an independent risk predictor of cardiovascular disease.
 

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Gum Disease and Pregnancy
More bacteria - When periodontal disease is present in the oral cavity, the number of bacteria there can increase by as much as 10,000 times the original population. Leading to even more bacteria - When your immune system isn't working full throttle even more bacteria can grow. Bleeding gums - When you have periodontal disease your gums are more likely to bleed.
 

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Don't Let a Disability Keep the Dentist Away
If a person with a disability needs help from a caregiver, that caregiver should be familiar with the person's daily dental routine. Brushing teeth with water may be the best bet for a person with a disability, especially if a caregiver cannot see inside the mouth, or if the person gags on the toothpaste. A person with a disability may need help with daily oral hygiene.
 

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Tooth Decay in Older Adults - Causes and Contributing Factors
An illness such as Alzheimer's or another form of dementia or frailty may be the reason patients are not doing their daily hygiene, including brushing the teeth. Be aware that a wet toothbrush does not mean the teeth were brushed; the patient may be brushing the same teeth over and over, using the wrong end of the toothbrush, or just wetting it. When possible, let the patient help; hold and guide the patient's hand holding the toothbrush.
 

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Daily Oral Hygiene Routine
There are eight component dental societies in Ohio that can provide callers with the names of area dentists (these will be members of the Ohio Dental Associatiuon and American Dental Association). For those with limited financial resources and no private dental insurance, there is a statewide listing of reduced fee/sliding fee scale dental clinics in Ohio's counties. an oral health initiative of the Ohio Dental Association.
 

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Preventive Dentistry Overview
Although drinking fluoridated water reduces dental decay by 15 to 40 percent1 that alone is still not enough to prevent dental disease. Additional preventive methods include the application of dental sealants and exposure to fluoride in the form of fluoridated drinking water, thoothpaste, mouthwash, or fluoride treatments directly applied by your dentist. Please browse this topic area to learn more about the anatomy of healthy teeth and gums, brushing and flossing technique, water ...
 

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Overview
Dental hygienists are a vital part of the team that meets the oral and overall health needs of patients. They teach patients appropriate oral hygiene techniques, such as tooth brushing and flossing, and counsel patients regarding nutrition and tobacco and their impact on oral health. Overall, dental hygienists are primarily responsible for life-long monitoring and protection of patients' oral health.
 

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Dental and Oral Health Overview
Dental and oral health goes beyond healthy teeth; oral health is integral to your overall health and well-being. In fact, dental and oral diseases are considered to be a "silent epidemic" in the United States according to the Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health in May, 2000. Dental Public Health is preventing and controlling dental diseases and promoting dental health through community efforts.
 

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Common Signs of Dental Disease and Dry Mouth
Caregivers can check the mouth of an older adult for visible signs of bleeding, red or swollen gums – common indications that a dentist should be consulted. Dry mouth - Constant or frequent dry mouth can be uncomfortable and can increase the chance of tooth decay and infections of the mouth. Over 400 common prescription and over-the-counter drugs are known to cause dry mouth.
 

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Find out Why Periodontal Disease May Pose a Risk to Your Heart Health February is National Children's Dental Health Month! April - Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness week is April 16-22 Sponsored by the Yul Brynner Head and Neck Cancer Foundation. If you are already living with HIV disease or are at risk for HIV infection, seeing an oral health care provider regularly is critical to your health.
 
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