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Hormones and Women’s Oral Health
1 Comment | Posted by Dr. Richard Van Gurp in Family Dentist Arboretum, Family Dentist Ballantyne, Family Dentist Charlotte, Oral Health
Interview from Charlotte Weekly, 7/17/09
Q: Dr. Van Gurp, I understand that today’s focus is on hormones and women’s oral health.
Dr. Van Gurp: Women have an increased propensity for oral health problems because of the hormonal changes that take place throughout their lives.
In general, these hormonal changes affect both the blood supply to the gum tissue and the body’s response to the toxins (poisons) that result from plaque build up. As a consequence of these changes, women are more susceptible to the development of periodontal disease at certain stages of their lives, as well as to other oral health problems. (more…)
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Fluoride for Adults – A Weapon Against Cavities, Sensitive Teeth and Gum Disease
1 Comment | Posted by Dr. Richard Van Gurp in Family Dentist Arboretum, Family Dentist Ballantyne, Family Dentist Charlotte, Oral Health, Sealants & Fluoride
This interview with Dr. Richard Van Gurp first appeared in The Charlotte Weekly – 4/25/2008
Q: I think that most parents recognize that fluoride is a proven means to protect the dental health of children primarily by making teeth more resistant to cavities. But today, you wanted to talk about how fluoride can benefit adults as well.
Dr. Van Gurp: That’s right. Research now indicates that everyone – children and adults – can benefit from fluoride. (more…)
