Different ways to get your teeth whitened

Different ways to get your teeth whitened

Most of us feel more confident with whiter teeth, knowing that stains can be a sign of poor oral health. As a result, teeth whitening has become one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures worldwide, and there are several at-home whitening products available on the market. Let’s take a look at some of the most common whitening methods.

The link between diabetes and periodontal disease

The link between diabetes and periodontal disease

Diabetes is a medical condition in which the body is unable to use blood sugar as energy, because the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin, which is the hormone that balances the amount of glucose in the blood. Lack of insulin leads to high blood glucose levels, which in turn damage our blood vessels and nerves, and so diabetes can affect any part of the body, including our gums. And if gum disease is left untreated, it can lead to periodontal disease.