Each weekend I devote a little time to personal development and learning the latest updates on advancements in dentistry.

This past weekend, as I was studying oral hygiene and the continuing links they are finding between our oral hygiene and our overall healthy; I thought this information - in particular - was very interesting.

Researchers have found that respiratory infections account for 15% of all infections for patients who are hospitalized and 50% of those end in death.

This team of Researchers believe there is a strong link between these infections and a patient's poor oral health. While this is some daunting information - the good news is remember you can control, impact and take care of your oral health.

The lesson to be learned is that taking care of your oral health might just save your life!

We look forward to seeing you!

Dr. Robert E Powell