Dental Health Articles - Dansville Dental Professionals, LLP

	Dental implants are often a better option than dentures or other types of dental work for replacing lost teeth. A "whodunit" story that took place close to home (i.e., Highland Hospital) detailing the dangers of poorly fitting dentures and resultant zinc poisoning

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	Healthy mouth, healthy baby

	Treating Gum Disease May Ease Other Ailments

	New studies show that gum disease is related to cancer, heart disease and other diseases.

	Is there a link between heart disease and gum disease?

	Researchers have found that people with gum disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease. Diabetic patients are more likely to develop periodontal disease, which in turn can increase blood sugar and diabetic complications. Bacteria in your mouth can be aspirated into the lungs to cause respiratory diseases such as pneumonia, especially in people with gum disease. Osteoporosis may lead to tooth loss because the density of the bone supporting the teeth may be decreased.

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