Edward Graham DDS

22/11/2025

How long since your last periodontal exam?🤔

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New evidence is strengthening the link between periodontitis and atrial fibrillation. Researchers report that chronic gum inflammation may increase the likelihood of developing atrial fibrillation and worsen outcomes in patients already diagnosed.

Persistent periodontal infection appears to drive systemic inflammation, immune activation, and atrial fibrosis. These biological changes may create the conditions for abnormal electrical activity within the heart.

The review highlights that periodontal treatment, including professional scaling and improved oral hygiene, significantly reduces inflammatory markers associated with atrial fibrillation risk.

Experts propose that oral health should be incorporated into integrated cardiac care, as managing gum disease may become a key strategy in preventing and controlling atrial fibrillation.

🔬Source: Stanisław Surma, Gregory Y H Lip, Periodontitis and atrial fibrillation, European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, 2025;, zwaf626.

22/11/2025

Big thanks to Daisy, Justina, Jeovana, and Michelle! We were able to help out 9 patients today! Could not do it without you!🙏🏼 Aways enjoy helping out!

15/08/2025

We already are aware of a relationship between gum disease and cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, high risk pregnancy outcomes. May be time to include regular dental visits as part of your overall health and wellness regimen. ESPECIALLY, if you are already at risk for some of these systemic health issues.

Scientists are beginning to suspect that Alzheimer’s disease might not only be a problem of aging brains — it could actually start in an unexpected place: the mouth. Emerging studies point to chronic gum disease as a possible trigger for a chain reaction leading to Alzheimer’s.

In a landmark 2019 study, researchers at the University of Louisville discovered Porphyromonas gingivalis — the bacteria responsible for long-term gum infections — inside the brains of people who had died with Alzheimer’s. Even more concerning, they also found toxic enzymes from these bacteria in the brains of people who had never shown dementia symptoms, suggesting the damage might have begun years before any memory problems appeared.

When scientists infected mice with this gum bacteria, it didn’t remain in their mouths — it traveled to the brain, increased the levels of amyloid-beta proteins linked to Alzheimer’s, and triggered inflammation. They also tested a new drug, COR388, which lowered the amount of bacteria in the brain and reduced amyloid buildup in mice — an early sign that this approach might help slow or even prevent Alzheimer’s.

Although experts caution that it’s still too soon to say gum disease directly causes Alzheimer’s, the findings are significant. They challenge the long-held belief that dementia leads to poor oral health — instead, oral bacteria may be quietly entering the brain and causing damage long before memory loss begins.

📄 Research Reference
PMID: 30746447
PMCID: PMC6357742

22/11/2024

Thankful for spending a morning downtown helping those who can use the help.Big thanks to Justina, Daisy and Jeovana.

16/02/2024

Great day with my buddy!

05/08/2023

To all of our patients and Facebook friends. We are extremely short staffed and in need of dental assistants. Please forward this post to family and friends who have experience or know of someone with experience. Thank you in advance!

We are currently seeking a friendly and motivated dental assistant to work with our team. You must have knowledge of digital charting as well as taking x-rays. Experience in most dental procedures is preferred and always be accepting to learning new tasks. We emphasize committed team players!

This is a full time position with competitive pay and a safe working environment. Please contact our office for full details. SmilesByUs@yahoo.com or 209-477-4089.

27/09/2022

If you have dental insurance and have not seen a dentist recently, now is a great time to make that call. You still have time to use your 2022 benefits before they reset on January 1. Call us now at (209)477-4089

27/08/2022

Always thankful for our loyal patients! New patients welcome.
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21/07/2022

Now is a great time to schedule your appointment!

17/04/2022

We thank, and value, our wonderful patients for their support over the years as we continue to strive to provide a uniquely personal and comprehensive dental experience.

Edward Graham DDS

21/03/2022

Commit to a healthier you!

Edward Graham DDS

04/03/2022

Feeling stressed? Waking up with muscle soreness around the jaw? Find yourself clenching? Take advantage of our special pricing on "occlusal guards", through the end of April. Call 209-477-4089 or email Smilesbyus@yahoo.com.

Edward Graham DDS