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Gum Disease
Dr. Meghan Hodges

Gum Disease Linked to Other Serious Health Risks

More research has surfaced that proves a correlation between and the bacteria in your mouth and other serious health issues such as heart disease. Scientists have shown that the bacteria in your mouth that is fueled by gum disease can travel through your bloodstream and cause inflammation. Inflammation in your bloodstream can lead […]nThe post Gum Disease Linked to Other Serious Health Risks appeared first on .

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Sleep Apnea
Dr. Meghan Hodges

Sleep Apnea Increases the Risk of Heart Failure

An estimated 12 million Americans suffer from , many of whom may not even realize it. This sleep disorder causes constant disruptions while you are sleeping that prevent you from getting the rest you need. Sleep apnea disrupts the health of your whole body, including increasing your risk of sudden cardiac death (when the […]nThe post Sleep Apnea Increases the Risk of Heart Failure appeared first on .

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Our smile makeover patients travel from all over the Tulsa area to see us. Our office sits at 10031 S. Yale Ave., Suite 104, near 101st and Yale in south Tulsa. Also, we are a short drive from Jenks, Bixby, and Broken Arrow. So if you want porcelain veneers in Tulsa, OK, you can reach us easily. Call (918) 528-3330 and we will help you plan your new smile.

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