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Updated August 04, 2006
Disease, Treatment, and Oral Health
by Shirley Gutkowski, R.D.H., B.S.D.H.
For a healthy mouth, oral cleanliness is imperative, so it’s important to get into the habit of regular brushing and flossing and performing any other home-care procedures recommended by your dental team. Keep scheduled appointments with them, and ask for help if you’re experiencing pain or discomfort.
Shirley Gutkowski is a dental hygienist in private practice in southern Wisconsin. She writes a monthly column for the “Patients’ Corner” of www.dentistry.com, and she speaks to diabetes support groups throughout Wisconsin.
Statements and opinions expressed on this Web site are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the publishers or advertisers. The information provided on this Web site should not be construed as medical instruction. Consult appropriate health-care professionals before taking action based on this information.
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Soups & Stews
Creamy potato–broccoli soup
Fish & Shellfish
Tuna salad with couscous
Beverages
Cranberry sparkler
Vegetables
Balsamic-basil sliced tomatoes
Desserts
Vanilla soufflé cakes with molten chocolate
