Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania and affiliates
Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania and affiliates
Gum disease
- All about gum disease Gum disease affects almost 80% of people sometime during their life, but you can work to prevent it by flossing and getting regular dental cleanings.
- Are oral health issues genetic? Your parents may have given you more than just your sense of humor. You might also have inherited an increased risk for dental problems.
- Dental risks for seniors As you age, you're more likely to develop certain oral health issues. Here's how to take charge of the most common dental conditions for seniors.
- How is gum disease treated? The approach your dentist uses to treat your gum disease will depend largely on the severity of your condition.
- How to prevent gum disease Gum disease can be dangerous if left untreated. That’s why it’s important to visit your dentist to make sure your gums are healthy.
- How to talk to your dentist about menopause Communicating with your dentist about menopause is important. Here’s how to get the conversation started with an email template you can send to your dentist.
- How your gums can affect your lungs Did you know that your gum health can impact your lungs? If you have COPD, mouth bacteria can play a role.
- Is there a link between glaucoma and oral health? Glaucoma is a group of diseases of the optic nerve that cause a loss of vision. Studies have linked gum disease to an increased risk of glaucoma.
- Menopause and your oral health You may not be aware that menopause affects oral health. Here’s what you need to know about protecting your teeth.
- Myths and facts about pregnancy and oral health There's a lot of misinformation out there about maintaining your oral health while pregnant. Here's a guide to help separate facts from fiction.
- Oral health and depression Depression and oral health are more closely linked that you might think. Learn about the relationship between maintaining a healthy mouth and keeping a healthy mood.
- Perimenopause and your oral health Perimenopause, the beginning of menopause, affects your whole body, including your oral health. Learn the top tips for protecting your oral health when you encounter the first stages of perimenopause.
- Postmenopause and your oral health Did you know being postmenopausal affects your oral health? Get the facts to protect your teeth and gums.
- Preventing gum disease may help avoid Alzheimer’s Research suggests that oral health is also an essential part of the overall picture in avoiding or delaying the onset of Alzheimer's.
- Smoking and gum disease Smoking can cause many lung issues, but it can also cause gum disease as well, leading to tooth loss in many cases.
- The link between rheumatoid arthritis and oral health Both rheumatoid arthritis and gum disease are linked to severe inflammation. Improving your dental care may help reduce the effects of inflammation.
