Altschuler Periodontic & Implant Center

05/10/2026

05/07/2026

"Many people believe that losing teeth is simply a part of growing older. However, dental experts say this assumption is not only incorrect but also harmful."

Read more at the link below!

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/you-may-be-brushing-daily-but-still-losing-teeth-heres-why/ar-AA21ZOJc

09/24/2025

This Week In Perio: Cannabis use disorder linked to more than triple the risk of oral cancer

Read more at the link below!

https://us.dental-tribune.com/news/cannabis-use-disorder-linked-to-more-than-triple-the-risk-of-oral-cancer/

09/01/2025

Scientists have discovered that a gum-disease bacteria called Porphyromonas gingivalis may play a hidden role in Alzheimer’s disease.

This microscopic organism, often found in bleeding or inflamed gums, doesn’t just stay in the mouth. Research shows it can enter the bloodstream, travel to the brain, and release toxic enzymes known as “gingipains.” These enzymes can damage brain cells, spark chronic inflammation, and even accelerate the buildup of amyloid plaques—sticky protein clusters that are strongly linked to memory loss and cognitive decline.

In animal studies, infection with P. gingivalis led to brain changes strikingly similar to those seen in Alzheimer’s patients. Even more concerning, human studies have detected traces of these bacterial toxins in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s.

While brushing and flossing may seem like small daily habits, the latest evidence suggests they could also be one of the simplest ways to reduce risks that reach far beyond the mouth—possibly protecting the brain itself.

📄 Research paper: Seyedmoalemi, S., et al. (2025). Association between periodontitis and Alzheimer’s disease: A systematic review.
PMCID: PMC11889340

08/19/2025

Our team is very creative. A a dental chair cover can also be used as a rain bonnet.

10/08/2024

Due to our unwanted Florida guest Hurricane Milton, our office will be closed October 9th and 10th. Be safe.

06/22/2024

Now that’s a happy tooth!

06/20/2024

Continuing education this weekend.