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Diabetes Affects Oral Cavity R


Jonathan Richter, DDS, FAGD


ecently, the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research indicated that diabetes has an effect on our oral cavity. While most people that have diabetes know the disease can harm the eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart and other important systems in the body, most are unaware that it can also cause prob- lems in their mouth. People with diabetes are at special risk for periodontal (gum) disease, an infection of the gum and bone that hold the teeth in place. Periodontal disease can lead to painful chewing difficulties and even tooth loss. Dry mouth, often a


symptom of undetected diabetes, can cause soreness, ulcers, infections and tooth decay. Smoking makes these problems worse.


Good blood glucose control is key to controlling and


preventing mouth problems. People with poor blood glucose control get gum disease more often and more severely than those whose diabetes is well controlled. Daily brushing and flossing and regular dental checkups are also key compo- nents of a defense strategy against the oral complications of diabetes. It is also imperative to seek out a dentist that under- stands the entire systemic process of any and all underlying health conditions so that he/she can be a partner in your overall wellness plan.


Source: Jonathan Richter, DDS, FAGD, of Cardiodontal (310 E. Shore Rd., Ste. 101, Great Neck). For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 516-282-0310. See ad on back cover.


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The Benefits of IV Therapy A


lmost everyone can benefit from intravenous (IV) therapy, accord-


ing to Steven M. Rachlin, M.D., of Rachlin Medical Center, in Albert- son. “For people that are healthy and just need an infusion of energy or extra protection from viral infection, vitamin IV therapy is rejuvenating and anti-aging. For those with medi- cal conditions, IV therapy is safe, effective and restorative.” IV therapy is essentially the pro-


Steven Rachlin, M.D.


cess of giving vital nutrients to the body via the bloodstream by accessing a vein in the arm with a small needle, explains Rachlin. “IV therapy quickly delivers accurate therapeutic doses of vitamins, amino acids, miner- als and other nutrients into the bloodstream. This takes no work on the part of the digestive system, an immense benefit for those that have digestive issues or cannot tolerate oral supplementation. There are also times when the body is so deficient that oral supplementation is not enough. IV therapy provides a rapid increase in the nutrient levels in the center of the cells where the nutrients are most needed. Cellular healing begins when the cells have the nutrients they need to function properly.” According to Rachlin, people with the following health concerns can benefit greatly: cancer and cancer prevention, Parkinson’s, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, colitis, irri- table bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic fatigue syndrome, Lyme disease, depression, weight loss, skin problems, migraines, seasonal allergies, chronic degenerative arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia, among many other illnesses. “The Myers’ cocktail, which is one of the more common


IV therapies, consists of magnesium, calcium, vitamin C and B vitamins and will boost the immune system,” says Rachlin. “IV vitamin C can provide significant benefit in a number of cancers, including those that often have a poor prognosis, such as liver cancer, melanoma and pancreatic cancer. The case for vitamin C in working with cancer is stronger than ever. High-dose vitamin C has proven to be extremely toxic to a wide variety of cancer cell lines while leaving normal healthy cells undamaged. In human trials, IV vitamin C has been shown to significantly improve the quality of life for breast cancer patients and patients with other cancers.”


Source: Steven M. Rachlin, M.D., of Rachlin Medical Center, located at 927 Willis Ave., Albertson. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 516-873-7773 or visit RachlinMedical.com. See ad on page 6.


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