General Health Information

Everyone know that good oral hygiene (brushing, flossing, and regular
dental cleanings) reduces the risk of developing periodontitis by
helping to prevent gingivitis and the onset of severe gum infections.
Recently, findings reveal that the cranberry may be the next new weapon
in the fight for good oral health. Researchers have discovered that
natural compounds in cranberries may help ward off periodontitis, or severe gum disease,
by serving as a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. This
anti-inflammatory effect may be attributed to unique compounds in the
fruit that prevent P. gingivalis bacteria from adhering to the teeth
below the gum line. This new research offers great promise for the
estimated 67 million Americans affected by periodontitis, the primary
cause of tooth loss in adults. Cranberries are widely known for their
“anti-adhesion” activity, which helps guard the body from certain
harmful bacteria that cause urinary tract infections, stomach ulcers
and gum disease.