Why We Test Saliva: A Window Into Whole-Body Health
Saliva does far more than support oral health — it offers powerful insight into your overall well-being.
Research shows that harmful periodontal bacteria and their by-products don’t always stay in the mouth. They can enter the bloodstream or digestive tract and contribute to systemic conditions such as ...
One of the most popular under diagnosed diseases in the dentist office is periodontal disease. Periodontal disease (also known as gum disease) is evident by excess oral inflammation, a certain type of bleeding during a routine periodontal examination, and often gum recession exposing the root surfaces of the teeth making them look longer. Bleeding gums when brushing and flossing can ...
