Dr. Rik Vanooteghem DDS, MS

Happy Belated St. Patrick's Day! Drink up! http://www.dental-tribune.com//17163_by-products_of_beer_b

http://www.buzzfeed.com//adorably-cozy-pets-to-warm-your-f Something cute to give you a smile this sunny Tuesday. From our office, to you.

New reports state that melanoma can occur in the gums, all the more reason to closely monitor your mouth! http://www.foxnews.com//man-develops-rare-case-melanoma-/

http://www.dental-tribune.com//14565_genetic_variation_lin "NEW YORK, N.Y., USA: Study results published recently in the Journal of Dental Research demonstrate possibly for the first time the role genetic testing can play in the prevention of periodontitis, which reportedly affects 47 percent of adults in the United States. The study looked at the benefits of creating personalized preventive dental treatment plans based in part on a patient's genetic makeup."

Five ways to prevent infection in your mouth: http://www.imperialvalleynews.com//4985-five-important-ste

The anatomy of a proper cheese plate! For all your summer parties. http://i.imgur.com/rPT0nzF.jpg

New research shows that bacteria infections in the gums increase the chance of pancreatic cancer. http://www.bloomberg.com//bacteria-in-brains-suggest-alzhe

Ways your dental health reflects and affects your overall well-being: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/ss/slideshow-teeth-gums

New research now states that bacteria infections in the gums can lead to pancreatic cancer. Just another reason to get personalized care and a gum healthy plan at Dr. V's! http://www.livescience.com/38369-pancreatic-cancer-bacteria

Dr. Vanooteghem and his wife at a fundraiser for the National Foundation for Ectodermal Displasia, a foundation which aids in helping fund surgeries for young children suffering with the condition. Find more information about this wonderful organization at http://www.nfed.org/

http://online.wsj.com//SB100014241278873232975045785795902 Interesting article showing new dental technology using stem-cell research.

Happy Friday patients, family, and friends! Who else feels like a hike this weekend?