Oral Bacteria Linked to Pancreatic Cancer

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The presence of a specific type of oral bacteria may show an increased risk for patients suffering from pancreatic cancer McKinney and enable earlier and more comprehensive treatment. This finding was the primary take away from a study conducted by researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center that will be presented at the annual meeting of…

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Stress During Pregnancy Increases Kids' Risk OF Tooth Decay

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Welcome to the Dentist in McKinney Blog! Most people understand all too well what stress can do to their mental and overall health. However, what many might not realize is the effect stress can have on the babies of pregnant women. Stress during pregnancy has long been linked to a number of poor health implications…

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Five Questions Every Stroke Survivor Needs Answered

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Welcome to the Dentist in McKinney Blog! When patients Dr. Paul Lawrence, your trusted dentist in McKinney, TX, think of the causes of stroke, many probably don’t realize that poor oral health can be a contributing factor. In recent years, a number of studies have found compelling links between an individual’s oral health and his or…

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Is An Amino Acid Our Next Dental Defender?

McKinney dentist Dr. Paul Lawrence knows that some of the worst foes we face are microscopic bacteria. The McKinney Dental team was intrigued to learn about a new study in which an amino acid is considered for deployment against bacterial invaders: arginine. Building blocks of proteins Amino acids are the the fundamental units of proteins that…

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