Category Archives: Office Visits

What Diabetes Does to Your Mouth, Part 4

Posted on May 7, 2013 by drkanedmd

This is part 4 in a 4-part series from WebMD. 4 Steps to Protect Your Health The same steps that ensure a healthy mouth also help you manage your diabetes. Eat a healthy diet. Don’t smoke. Keep up with your diabetes … Continue reading →

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What Diabetes Does to Your Mouth, Part 1

Posted on April 25, 2013 by drkanedmd

This is part 1 in a 4-part series from WebMD. 4 Signs You May Have a Problem Diabetes puts you at risk for dental problems. It impairs your ability to fight bacteria in your mouth. Having high blood sugar encourages … Continue reading →

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Fissured Tongue

Posted on April 11, 2013 by admin

The following information is from WebMD. If you have fissures in your tongue, it’s likely no cause for concern. In fact, certain types of grooves or cracks are considered simply a variation of a normal tongue. Sometimes called a plicated or … Continue reading →