Tag Archives: Heart Disease

Why Diabetics Need Good Oral Health: Desert Ridge Smiles

Posted on September 17, 2012 by

Diabetes is a metabolic disease in which insulin is not regulating glucose properly.  It is one of the most common chronic illnesses, according to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control), and as of January 2011, 26 million Americans have diabetes and … Continue reading →

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Is Sugar a Toxin?

Posted on June 10, 2012 by

  As a dentist, I have always been concerned about consumption of sugar, and the correlation to the amount of decay present in my patients. With the recent proposal of New York City Mayor  Michael Bloomberg to ban sodas and … Continue reading →

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Your Comprehensive Dental Exam at the New Family Dentist: What should you expect?

Posted on July 24, 2011 by

With the ever increasing links between dental health and over-all health, your oral examinations may be more extensive than they were in the past. Be sure to bring a list of the prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications that you take … Continue reading →

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It’s the Inflammation, baby!

Posted on March 21, 2011 by

My instructor for aerobics class in the 80’s used to always say, “Exercise! It’s your life insurance policy!”  I have made exercise a part of my life because it makes me feel good, look good, and makes my body function … Continue reading →

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