(BlackDoctor.org) -- People with type 2 diabetes can help control the disease by taking better care of their teeth and gums. That's the ... Read More
Dental & Oral Health
Good Oral Hygiene May Protect Against Heart Infections
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Taking good care of teeth and gums may be crucial in preventing heart valve infection, a U.S. study finds. Researchers ... Read More
Oral Health is Improving
Americans have something new to smile about. A government report released Thursday found that their oral health has significantly improved ... Read More
Black Men At Highest Risk For Oral Cancer
(BlackDoctor.org) -- African American men have the highest risk of developing oral cancer compared to any other group in the U.S. ... Read More
The Key Benefits of Flossing
(BlackDoctor.org) – We know, we know, you don’t like to floss. But here’s a little secret: it's not that high up on anybody else's list of ... Read More
The Mouth/Body Connection
(BlackDoctor.org) -- The mouth is the window to your body’s good health. Excellent oral hygiene - brushing, flossing, and seeing your ... Read More
The 4-1-1 On Dental Emergencies
(BlackDoctor.org) -- In a health emergency you call 9-1-1, but what do you do for a dental emergency? Some problems relating to your mouth ... Read More