Advanced Dentistry South Florida

Advanced Dentistry South Florida We offer all phases of dental services, including general dentistry, cosmetic procedures, root canal therapy, oral surgery and periodontics.

Advanced Dentistry South Florida is home to general dentists, dental specialists, and dental hygienists who collaborate to provide exceptional care for our patients in one location. Our state-of-the-art dental office, located in beautiful Delray Beach, FL offers a variety of dental services in a spa-like atmosphere to help make our patients as comfortable as possible. From the moment you first ste

p into our dental office, you will be treated with the utmost respect and courtesy in a friendly, warm environment. Your comfort is our priority, which is one of the reasons why we have been named Best Dental Practice in Delray Beach for more than five years.

05/17/2026

Flossing may do more than protect your teeth and gums — new research suggests it could also be linked to a lower risk of certain types of stroke and an irregular heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation (AFib).

Researchers followed more than 6,000 adults for 25 years and found that people who flossed at least once a week had a lower risk of ischemic stroke, especially cardioembolic stroke — a type caused by blood clots traveling from the heart to the brain.

The study also found a lower risk of AFib among regular flossers. AFib is a common heart rhythm disorder that can increase stroke risk.

Scientists believe one possible reason is inflammation. Poor oral health and gum disease can trigger chronic inflammation in the body, which may affect blood vessels and heart health over time.

Compared to non-flossers, regular flossers showed:
• 22% lower risk of ischemic stroke
• 44% lower risk of cardioembolic stroke
• 12% lower risk of AFib

Researchers also noted that flossing alone is not enough to prevent stroke, but it may be one small part of an overall healthy lifestyle alongside proper diet, exercise, blood pressure control, sleep, and good oral hygiene.

Your mouth is connected to the rest of your body more than many people realize.

📄 Source: American Heart Association News. Research presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025.

05/17/2026

Scientists have discovered that Porphyromonas gingivalis — a major bacterium involved in gum disease — has been detected in the brains of some patients with Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers believe toxins released by these bacteria may contribute to inflammation and protein changes linked to neurodegeneration. The study does not prove that gum disease causes Alzheimer’s, but it adds to growing evidence that oral health and brain health may be closely connected.

Inflamed or bleeding gums may allow harmful bacteria and inflammatory molecules to enter the bloodstream and potentially affect other organs over time.

Healthy gums are about more than protecting teeth. They may also play a role in long-term systemic health.

📚 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aau3333
Dominy SS, et al. Porphyromonas gingivalis in Alzheimer's disease brains: Evidence for disease causation and treatment with small-molecule inhibitors. Sci Adv. 2019

04/28/2026

Most people think bleeding gums are a minor issue.
But long-term research shows something much more serious.

In large studies following adults for over a decade, people with chronic gum disease had a significantly higher risk of early death—especially from heart-related conditions. This doesn’t mean gum disease directly causes death, but it strongly signals deeper systemic problems.

Gum disease is not just irritation—it’s a chronic infection. Bacteria and inflammatory signals from the gums can enter the bloodstream, affecting blood vessels, metabolism, and the immune system over time, creating a constant low-grade stress on the body.

Interestingly, this risk cannot be explained by inflammation alone. Multiple pathways are likely involved, including bacterial spread, immune imbalance, and vascular damage—suggesting the mouth plays a much bigger role in overall health than previously understood.

Early signs like bleeding gums, bad breath, gum recession, or loose teeth are often ignored—but they are not normal. They may be the first visible warning signs that something deeper is happening in the body.

📄 source:
DOI: 10.1186/s12916-023-03139-4

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04/18/2026

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