Posts Tagged ‘ diabetes ’

I Have Diabetes.  Why is My Dentist Concerned?

Diabetes affects millions of Americans today, and millions more are pre-diabetic.  In this serious health condition, the body is no longer able to regulate blood sugar levels. Diabetes affects the entire body, leading to serious consequences if left uncontrolled.  This article will focus on how it affects the health of the mouth. The Effects of […]

Why Having a Dry Mouth is more than Just a Nuisance

Dry mouth is becoming an increasingly prevalent problem among our adult patients.  Some people are unaware that their mouths feel dry, and others are aware, but do not consider it to be a problem.  It is a problem, and a serious one at that! Dry mouth is a common side effect from many prescription medications, […]

Is your mouth making you sick?

Wednesday, October 18, 2017 How Oral Health Impacts Systemic Health At Timberlake Dental, we take healthcare seriously.  While we are specifically concerned with our patients’ oral health, we acknowledge its role in a person’s overall health.  Unfortunately, the mouth has always been treated by a realm of healthcare (dentistry), which has historically been completely separate […]