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• Dental Tips for Arthritis Sufferers | Shelby Township Cosmetic Dentist

  Sunday, December 13th, 2009

  If you are an arthritis sufferer, you are twice as likely to develop periodontal (gum) disease.
  Gum disease is the country’s number one cause of tooth loss and has been linked to serious health problems, including coronary artery disease and stroke. The Journal of Periodontology recently published findings stating adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) had an [...]

• Dry Mouth can cause problems with your teeth and breath | Metro Detroit Dentist

  Thursday, December 10th, 2009

  A dry mouth can damage your teeth and ruin your breath!
  Without adequate saliva to lubricate your mouth, wash away food, and neutralize the acids produced by plaque, the potential for cavities greatly increases. Other common problems that result from dry mouth include a constant sore throat, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, and dry nasal passages.
  Certain medical disorders [...]