Get the Facts About Oral Health Problems and Diabetes
Did you know diabetes and oral health problems like gum disease go hand in hand? PDM explains what you need to do if you or a loved one have diabetes.
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Understanding Your Salivary Glands’ Function
Discover how your salivary glands function, what problems can affect them, and how to treat salivary gland stones, dry mouth, and other conditions.
Are Oral Health and Mental Health Connected? Find out
Mental health and dental health have more in common than we realize. Understanding the connection is critical to your overall health. PDM can help.
Dry Mouth Myth Busters
In this Penn Dental Medicine video and article, find out what dry mouth myths are busted and what dry mouth treatments could help.
What Causes Dry Mouth—And How Can It Be Treated?
What causes dry mouth can vary, but a wide range of effective treatment for dry mouth symptoms also exists. Find out how Penn Dental Medicine can help you.
Good News About Bad Breath Causes and Treatment Options
Bad breath, also known as halitosis or morning breath, stinks! It’s a common condition that affects many people around the world—about 25%. If this bad smell comes from your mouth, it can be an embarrassing problem that can negatively impact social and professional interactions and also affect your confidence.
Alcohol and Oral Health: What You Need To Know
Occasional, moderate drinking can be part of a healthy lifestyle. Heavy alcohol consumption, however, is associated with several short- and long-term problems....
Is Oral Cancer Screening Necessary and Other Questions Answered
Each year, approximately 54,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer. These are cancers of the mouth, tongue, back of the...
You Need a Dentist for Cancer Patients on Your Care Team
A cancer diagnosis sparks a host of urgent decisions. Getting care from a dentist for cancer patients may not seem one of...
PDM Improves Dental Care for Seniors on Medicare
Many people accept dental issues like gum disease and tooth loss as an inevitable part of aging. The American College of Prosthodontics...
