osteoporosis Tag

In this post we explain the connection between osteoporosis and dental health, and how your dental exams and daily nutrition come into play.

29 Apr Osteoporosis and Dental Health: How Bone Loss and Tooth Loss Are Related

Posted at 10:06h in Dental Health, Mouth-Body Connection by Prescott Dentistry

Did you know that if you're at risk for osteoporosis, you also have a higher risk of tooth loss? Your jaw bones and gums hold your teeth in place, so if you lose bone density because of osteoporosis, you could end up losing your teeth,...

01 Aug Women and Dental Health

Posted at 15:05h in Dental Health, Gum Health by Prescott Dentistry

National Women’s Health Week is observed every year in May—but at Prescott Dentistry, we think anytime is a good time to talk about women’s dental health. Women have specific oral health concerns, generally related to the effects of hormones. Here are some of the factors...