Tag: periodontal disease Melbourne
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Gum Disease in Glen Iris: Link to Heart Disease, Diabetes, and Whole-Body Health
Understanding Gum Disease: More Than Just Your Mouth Gum disease affects far more than teeth—threatening heart health, increasing diabetes risk, and causing systemic inflammation throughout the body. At Tooronga Family Dentistry, Dr. Kaufman treats gum disease with urgency, understanding that several studies have shown that periodontal disease is associated with heart disease—making gum disease a…
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A healthy mouth for a healthy body.
While tooth decay remains Australia’s most common dental problem, gum disease may be silently causing far greater damage to the health of Glen Iris residents. At Tooronga Family Dentistry, we’re committed to helping patients understand the serious connection between periodontal disease and overall health, including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, prostate cancer, low birth weight, and…
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Warning Signs of Gum Disease: Expert Treatment in Glen Iris
Do your gums feel itchy or uncomfortable? Does eating cause gum pain? Do you notice bleeding when you brush your teeth or bite into an apple? These symptoms may indicate gum disease (also called periodontal disease)—a group of chronic conditions affecting the tissues supporting your teeth. At Tooronga Family Dentistry, Dr. Kaufman wants every Glen…