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Gum Disease (Gingivitis) and Breast Cancer Risk by Robert W. Posted Tue 26 Oct 2010 10:45pm     Weekly Health Update:   Gum Disease (Gingivitis) and Breast Cancer Risk "A critical weekly review of important new research findings for health-conscious... DISEASE (GINGIVITIS) AND BREAST CANCER RISK   Gum disease, also known as gingivitis, or periodontal disease, has been closely linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Now Read on »
Smoking: A danger to healthy Teeth and Gum’s by AmeriPlan .. Patient Expert Posted Mon 07 Jul 2008 7:16pm that the gums are healthy. It is therefore very important that tobacco smokers have regular dental exams to evaluate their oral and gingival health,” Dr. Albert says. Researchers still... cancer, cancer of the throat, and Emphysema, But, did you know that half ofperiodontal (gum) diseasein smokers is caused by smoking? Chronic (long-term) periodontal gum disease can Read on »
This may be silly, but I'm a big gum-chewer. Are some brands of gum better than others to help cravings or a brand that contains by Nutritionista Posted Wed 24 Feb 2010 5:55am I’m sort of a gum addict, too! I don’t really see it as a huge issue, as long as you’re chewing sugar-free (sugar-free gum has minimal calories). Even though I hate artificial sweeteners, I hate the idea of chomping real sugar into my teeth even more. My gum of choice is Altoids cinnamon gum. I doubt it’s any more “natural” than anything else Read on »
Gums be gone - gum free, gluten free chocolate chip cookies by Lauren D. Healthy Living Professional Posted Thu 13 Jan 2011 10:32pm this gluten-free life and I discovered words like “xanthan gum” and “guar gum” were common in many gluten free recipes.  Not only would I be eating these non-foods, I would have... continued to somewhat cringe each time I use the xanthan gum, and I have always used less in my own baking than typical recipes. "Just enough to keep it all from crumbling," is how I Read on »
Gum disease for women only. by Saundra G. Patient Expert Posted Tue 26 Aug 2008 4:31pm Menstruation gingivitis. Who knew? Before and after their menstrual periods, some women experience bleeding gums, bright red and swollen gums, and sores inside their cheeks. Seek help from your dental professional if only to put your mind (and your gums) at ease. Someone has to talk about it. Saundra Got Teeth? A Survivor's Guide Read on »
Treating Gum Disease the Natural Way by Emery Posted Wed 17 Jun 2009 7:56pm    Learn about the causes of gum disease, gingivitis, bleeding gums, bad breath and the natural and safe way to cure periodontal gum disease. Read on »
Health, hormones and gum disease. by Saundra G. Patient Expert Posted Tue 26 Aug 2008 4:31pm Hormonal changes in girls and young women can affect their oral health. We all know our sex hormone levels increase in surges during puberty. What you may not know is that the increased circulation affects girls and young women's gums and may cause increased sensitivity, swollen gums, and irritability making it easier for gingivitis to develop. And I Read on »
An Overview of Periodontal (Gum) Disease by Top3dentists Posted Wed 01 Jul 2009 6:45pm . Periodontal disease is classified into two major stages of severity, gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis is the milder form of the disease, affecting only the gums and being... Periodontal disease, more commonly known as “Gum” disease, is the infection of the tissue that is in between and supports teeth. Periodontal diseases attack directly Read on »
The Benefits of Chewing Gum. by Lucky V. Patient Expert Posted Wed 27 Aug 2008 8:28am A new study has proved that chewing gum after abdominal surgery may help in recovery. Researchers have collected information from several different studies and are publishing the final results in the August issue of The Archives of Surgery. Chewing gum reduces the time for the gut to become active, lowering the incidence of obstruction Read on »
Fighting Gum Disease by AmeriPlan .. Patient Expert Posted Thu 10 Jul 2008 4:15pm that it can only be removed during a professional cleaning. Gingivitis and periodontitis are the two main stages of gum disease. Periodontal disease may progress painlessly producing... earlier that gum disease is caught, the better. Adopting better brushing and flossing habits can usually reverse gingivitis. Sometimes your dentist will also prescribe antibiotics Read on »