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Oral Health During Pregnancy – Does It Really Matter?

Posted on December 14, 2012 by

Your oral health can affect your unborn baby! For a long time we’ve known that many risk factors (smoking, alcohol, drug use and infections) can contribute to mothers having premature, low birth weight babies.  In addition, research suggests that serious gum … Continue reading →

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MOVEMBER

Posted on November 14, 2012 by

Sunningdale Dental is taking part in this years MOVEMBER fundraiser for prostate cancer. 3 out of 4 of our dentists are participating.  Dr. Julie Bargiglione didn’t think she would have much luck growing a mustache so opted out! Check out … Continue reading →

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Link Between Perio Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Posted on June 6, 2011 by

People with periodontal disease and a severe form of rheumatoid arthritis experience reduced arthritic pain and a reduced number of swollen joints and degree of morning stiffness when their dental problems are resolved according to a study published in the … Continue reading →

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Periodontal Disease — the Silent Killer

Posted on June 6, 2011 by

Flossing can add up to 6.5 years to your life!    Preventing gum disease increases a person’s life expectancy, yet gum disease has been ignored for too long.  A large portion of people still believe it’s normal for gums to bleed. … Continue reading →

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