Month: May 2023

Did you know that chocolate might not be as bad for your teeth as people may have thought? You can now eat your favorite treat without feeling guilty. Studies have shown that there are benefits to eating chocolate, however, not all chocolate is created equal. It is important to note that these benefits apply to dark chocolate, not milk chocolate or …

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Probiotics are typically advertised as being helpful for digestion. However, studies have shown that they can also improve oral health. Probiotics are beneficial for fighting infections that lead to oral disease.  Reducing Gingivitis  A study published in Contemporary Clinical Dentistry  has found that probiotics can reduce gum bleeding in patients with moderate to severe gingivitis. In the trial, …

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