HEALTH & WELLNESS SPECIAL SECTION
Paulette P . Paulin , D . M . D .
General / Family , Prosthetic and Implant Dentistry
Thank you to my dental colleagues for selecting me as one of the Top Prosthodontists in the Pittsburgh Area as ranked by Top Dentists .
It is a great honor and compliment . I will continue to do my best to earn the respect and support you have placed in me .
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing patients , and our exceptional dental team for being an integral part of the privilege of helping others .
Past President , American College of Prosthodontists , PA Former Professor , University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine , Department of Prosthodontics
Dental arts of Pittsburgh , P . C .
Monroeville • 400 Penn Center Blvd • Building 4 , Suite 414 Pittsburgh , PA 15235 • 412-823-4948
Summerfield Commons Office Park • 2585 Washington Road , Suite 121 Upper St . Clair , PA 15241 • 412-854-9055
Exceptional results ... Individualized care lead to greater problems down the road . Good oral hygiene , including brushing at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and flossing , can protect against the damaging effects of gum disease . Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that is due to plaque and tartar buildup on teeth , leaving gums red , swollen , and irritated . When left untreated , gingivitis can advance to periodontitis . A more serious and painful disease , periodontitis causes gums to pull away from teeth , allowing bacteria to build in the pockets between . Due to the infection and inflammation , your body ’ s natural reaction is to fight the bacteria , which can lead to breakdown of the bones and tissue around your teeth . Studies also suggest that poor oral health is related to systemic diseases including diabetes , oral cancer , stroke , and heart disease . Routine visits to your dentist can identify oral problems before they become painful and more serious . So how can you protect your pearly whites against longterm health concerns ?
• Schedule routine checkups with your dental professional .
• Brush your teeth twice a day .
• Floss daily ( you may not see immediate benefits , but you ’ ll be saving your gum health in the long run ).
• Eat a balanced diet to get the proper nutrients your teeth and gums need to stay strong .
• Drink lots of water !
• Quit smoking ; it is one of the most significant risk factors in developing gum disease .
• Replace your toothbrush every three months .
HEART HEALTH — SKIP THE SUGAR !
Heart disease is the number-one killer of all Americans , but awareness of the disease and its causes has allowed for a decrease in the number of deaths associated with it in recent years . Eating well and exercising are obvious ways to prevent the onset of heart disease , but a recent study by the Journal of the American College of Cardiology looks at another culprit that has damaging effects on your heart : sugar ( fructose ). According to the study , one to two servings of sugary drinks per day raises
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