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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 24, 2024
Obesity is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30%, with severe or morbid obesity as a BMI ≥ 40%. The age-adjusted prevalence of obesity in the United States is 42.4% 2 Compared to nonobese subjects, obese patients are 1.81 The age-adjusted prevalence of obesity in the United States is 42.4%
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 31, 2024
She had uncontrolled type 2 diabetes and morbid obesity, yet no other comorbidities. Reevaluation of clinical parameters and further assessment of oral hygiene compliance was completed 12 weeks after initial therapy. With nutritional counseling, weight loss, and medication adherence, her HbA1c decreased from 12.7% over 6 months.
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Ask The Dentist
APRIL 15, 2021
For years, the dental profession has been aware of the direct connection between the mouth and the body, with many believing that the mouth is the mirror to one’s health. Another concern is that with this pandemic, fear has been instilled into patients, who may be scared of visiting the dental practice.
Ask The Dentist
APRIL 15, 2021
For years, the dental profession has been aware of the direct connection between the mouth and the body, with many believing that the mouth is the mirror to one’s health. Another concern is that with this pandemic, fear has been instilled into patients, who may be scared of visiting the dental practice.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
FEBRUARY 27, 2021
Individuals with vitamin D deficiency may be at increased risk for contracting COVID-19, according to a study published in Nutrition. When adjusted for known risk factors, such as diabetes, obesity, and dental diseases, the risk of COVID-19 infection did not decrease significantly.
Queen of Dental Hygiene
JANUARY 17, 2021
Dental Hygiene… yawn. Dental Hygienists really are first responders! Dental Hygiene’s Beginning and Why Dental Health Matters. The field of Dental Hygiene started in 1906 when Dr Alfred C Fones trained his cousin and dental assistant, Irene Newman to clean teeth. Dr Alfred C.
Queen of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 8, 2020
The act of chewing is vital to our health and wellbeing, and not just for nutritional sustenance. Yet, do we, as dental health professionals ever talk with our patients about their ability to chew properly or look beyond the teeth and gums to evaluate their chewing abilities? Obesity became common. We no longer need to chew.
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