It’s not the kind of thing you’d expect the state of Wisconsin to brag about in its PR materials, but according to a new paper in the Journal of the American Dental Association, we have the lowest rate of severe gum disease in the country. Yay, us! But before we toss too much confetti, let’s put this in perspective. While only a sliver of Wisconsin’s population struggles with severe...
Dental health is important for our mental and cognitive health, research shows By Richard Sima September 21, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. EDT Poor oral hygiene is associated with an increased risk for myriad health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and early death. The state of our teeth and gums, though, may be vital for our well- being beyond the mouth and body....
