A recent study followed 256 pregnant women during their first six weeks of pregnancy.  Of these women, 22 developed gestational diabetes.  Further tests revealed that these women had more inflammation and periodontal bacteria than the other women in the study. 

Additionally, the women who developed gestational diabetes reported more gum bleeding when brushing.  The women whose gums bled were also reported to have the highest glucose blood levels. 

This study shows just how important it is for women who are planning to become pregnant to visit their dentist for a thorough cleaning and checkup.  Furthermore, pregnant women should brush and floss daily in addition to visiting their dentists regularly. 

If you find your gums are bleeding, contact your OB/GYN to discuss the possibility of a blood glucose test.  Healthy teeth, healthy baby!

This week, more than 190,000 MacGregor and Mitre folding soccer goals were recalled due to the death of a twenty month old little boy.

The little boy from Texas was strangled when his arm and head became caught in the net.  The gaps in the net are about 20 inches across, which unfortunately are enticing “ladders” for little ones to climb.  Once on the net, a child can easily become entangled and/or strangled.

These soccer goals were made in China and distributed by Regent Sports Corporation.  They were sold in popular stores such as Walmart and Ace Hardware.  Regrettably, these nets have been on the market since May 2002.

If you have one of these nets, please stop using it immediately, and call 877-516-9707 to learn about acquiring a replacement.