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Cholesterol Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with high cholesterol or just want to learn more about cholesterol, you’ve already taken the most important first step Cholesterol is found in every cell of the body and has important natural functions when in building block for cell membrane, digesting foods, producing hormones, and generating  vitamin D . It is manufactured by the body but can also be taken in from food. It is waxy and fat-like in appearance. There are two types of cholesterol: "good" and "bad." Too much of one type — or not enough of another — can put you at risk for coronary heart disease, heart attack, peripheral artery disease or stroke. A cholesterol screening measures your level of  HDL  and  LDL.  HDL is the  "good" cholesterol  which helps keep the LDL  (bad) cholesterol  from getting lodged into your artery walls and carries cholesterol from other parts of the body to your liver. In addition to formatting hard thick su
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Oral Hygiene Bad breath (Halitosis), Swollen gums( gingivitis & Periodontitis) , Bleeding while brushing are common conditions people have which causes significant anxiousness or even embarrassment! Developing healthy Oral Hygiene habits at home like 1) Brushing (at least ) twice a day for about 2 minutes the right way 2) Flossing regularly 3) Using an antiseptic Mouthwash often 4) Hydrating body adequately with Water and fluids 5) Quitting smoking These Small measures can help your teeth and gum stay healthy for a long time. Visit your Periodontist or Dentist for regular checkups and cleaning to stay free of tooth problems. Dr. Baby Sailaja BDS, MDS Periodontist