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5 Ways To Prevent Periodontal Gum Disease

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Learn some shocking truths about periodontal gum disease and what you can do to keep it at bay
Tim McPhate
MusiCares
Jun 7, 2018 - 12:21 pm

File this under a shocking "did you know?" fact: 75 percent of the United States population suffers from some stage of periodontal gum disease, according to Artistic Touch Dentistry.

Think about that for a second, three-quarters of people in the U.S. are battling some stage of periodontal gum disease, and some are likely to not even be aware.

As it relates to oral hygiene, here's a troubling related fact: Our mouths are crawling with bacteria. These bacteria, along with mucus and other pesky particles, constantly form a sticky, colorless mass on our teeth, otherwise known as … you guessed it … plaque. If plaque is not removed, it can harden and form tartar. And tartar, if not treated, can lead to bigger problems in the form of gum disease.

What can you do to keep your teeth clean? Given these facts it may seem like a daunting task, but here are five tips that will keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape.

Brush Those Teeth

Yes, it may seem obvious, but brushing your teeth regularly in between those regular dentist checkups can make all the difference. Aside from the obvious cosmetic benefits, brushing after meals helps remove food debris and plaque trapped between your teeth and gums. And though it may feel strange, don't forget to brush your tongue, as that is a prime hiding place for bacteria. 

Floss, Floss & Floss

Flossing is an important part of any good oral health care routine. It takes bacteria colonies in the mouth about 24 hours to fully form, and flossing will hels remove food particles and plaque between the teeth and along the gum line that your toothbrush can't quite reach. According to the American Dental Association, flossing once a day will help you stay on course to keeping those teeth and gums healthy.

Grab That Mouthwash 

Crest, Listerine, Scope, Dollar Tree variety — whatever the brand, think of mouthwash as the final punch to knockout that bacteria. In other words, rinsing your mouth with mouthwash will reduce plaque and rid your mouth of remaining food particles that brushing and flossing might have missed.

What's Your Risk?

How old are you? Do you smoke? Does your family have a history of poor oral health? What's your diet like? Depending on the answers to these questions, you may be more susceptible to periodontal gum disease. For example, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, the older you are, the greater the possibility; per Delta Dental, up to 30 percent of the population may be genetically predisposed to gum disease.  Make sure to speak with your dental professional about these factors and find out if you are at an increased risk.

Musicians: Find A MusiCares Clinic

It's no secret that dental costs can escalate, especially if you don't have insurance. Here's an exclusive tip for musicians and those working in the music community: seek out MusiCares. The Recording Academy's health and human services charity produces a variety of dental clinics year-round and can provide you with a referral. Clinic services include offering comprehensive dental exams and consultations, complete X-rays and cleaning — all provided at free of charge to pre-screened, pre-approved music professionals upon establishing eligibility.

"Thank you so much for the dental cleaning in Detroit,” said a recent MusiCares dental clinic attendee. "I don’t have the dough to get it done on my own so to have people looking out for me means a lot."

Music People In Need Get By With A Little Help From Their MusiCares Friends

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What Impact Does Soda Have On Your Teeth?

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Renée Fabian
MusiCares
Jan 17, 2018 - 1:18 pm

Protect your teeth! People who tend to drink three or more glasses of soda daily have 62 percent more tooth decay, fillings and tooth loss than others. If you're a musician in need of dental services, visit MusiCares for a listing of dental clinics available in your area.

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Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Miley Cyrus & Katy Perry Added To MusiCares Person Of The Year Honoring Dolly Parton

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Brooks, Yearwood, Cyrus, and Perry will join an impressive list of performers in paying tribute to the country icon at the MusiCares gala held during GRAMMY Week 2019
Nate Hertweck
MusiCares
Dec 18, 2018 - 7:00 am

Just when you thought the performer lineup for the 2019 MusiCares Person of the Year event honoring GRAMMY-winning country icon Dolly Parton couldn't get any better, it has.  GRAMMY winners Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood and past GRAMMY nominees Miley Cyrus and Katy Perry will join the star-studded list of performers paying tribute to Parton in Los Angeles during GRAMMY Week on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019.

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Big news! Vince Gill (@VGcom), Don Henley, @KaceyMusgraves, @WillieNelson, @RealLindaPerry, and @mavisstaples have been added as performers paying tribute to @DollyParton at Person of the Year on February 8! For ticket info contact: personoftheyear@musicares.org pic.twitter.com/eQnvQvwY3H

— MusiCares (@MusiCares) November 29, 2018

Brooks, Yearwood, Cyrus and Perry are the latest additions to an already stacked lineup of previously announced artists who will be performing songs from Parton's impressive musical catalog. Previously announced performers include GRAMMY winners Vince Gill, Don Henley, Norah Jones, P!nk, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, Mark Ronson, Mavis Staples, and Chris Stapleton, GRAMMY nominees Leon Bridges, Lauren Daigle and Linda Perry and multi-platinum singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes.

To the delight of fans and artists alike, the honoree will be closing out the program with a special performance as well, with GRAMMY-nominated musician Greg Phillinganes serving as the musical director for the evening.

Parton is being recognized as the 2019 MusiCares Person Of The Year, marking the first member of the Nashville music community to receive the honor. She was chosen for her unparalleled contributions to country music and a multitude of charitable causes, including the children's literacy organization she started in 1995, Imagination Library, with which she has donated over 100 million books to kids around the world.

"Dolly Parton has always been and continues to be a courageous trailblazer and indomitable inspiration for creators and artists—so for us to have the opportunity to honor her at our annual MusiCares Person of the Year gala is to pay tribute to a true pillar of strength and someone who we all look up to and cherish," Recording Academy President and CEO Neil Portnow said. "Dolly also knows the power of philanthropy and she has used her stardom to contribute to a wide range of causes from natural disasters to education and literacy programs."

MusiCares provides a vital safety net of health and human services programs, and the proceeds from MusiCares annual Person of the Year gala go directly to the charitable organization to continue their much-needed work, which includes helping music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need.

The 29th annual gala will open with a reception and silent auction sponsored by Delta Airlines offering an exclusive and unparalleled selection of luxury items, VIP experiences and one-of-a-kind celebrity memorabilia for bidding guests followed by a gala dinner sponsored by AEG complete with a live auction, the tribute concert and the award presentation.

For ticket and table information, please contact personoftheyear@musicares.org.

Willie Nelson, Kacey Musgraves & More Added To MusiCares Person Of The Year Lineup To Honor Dolly Parton

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Willie Nelson, Kacey Musgraves & More Added To MusiCares Person Of The Year Lineup To Honor Dolly Parton

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Nelson and Musgraves, along with Vince Gill, Don Henley, Mavis Staples and Linda Perry have been added to the impressive list of performers set to pay tribute to the country icon at the MusiCares gala in her honor during GRAMMY Week 2019
Ana Yglesias
MusiCares
Nov 29, 2018 - 6:30 am

As the excitement continues to build for the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards in February, the Recording Academy is hard at work preparing another stellar lineup of events for GRAMMY Week. The latest announcement sees several more all-star performers added to the already star-studded lineup for the 2019 MusiCares Person of the Year event honoring GRAMMY-winning country icon Dolly Parton. On Nov. 29 MusiCares announced GRAMMY winners Vince Gill, Don Henley, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson and Mavis Staples, along with GRAMMY nominee Linda Perry will be joining the tribute concert to honor Parton's astonishing musical legacy.

#ICYMI: @leonbridges, @Lauren_Daigle, @norahjones, @ShawnMendes, @pink, @MarkRonson, and @ChrisStapleton will be performing in honor of @DollyParton at @MusiCares Person of the Year February 8!https://t.co/sng1bVJqhQ

— Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) November 20, 2018

Gill, Henley, Musgraves, Nelson, Staples and Perry will join the lineup of previously announced artists in performing songs from Parton's impressive musical catalog; they are GRAMMY winners Norah Jones, P!nk, Mark Ronson and Chris Stapleton, GRAMMY nominees Leon Bridges and Lauren Daigle, and singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes, with even more artists to be announced leading up to the exciting event. The honoree will be closing out the program with a special performance as well, with GRAMMY-nominated musician Greg Phillinganes serving as the musical director for the evening.

More GRAMMY Week: Willie Nelson To Be Honored With 2019 Producers & Engineers Wing Award

Dolly was announced as the 2019 MusiCares Person Of The Year back in September, chosen for her unparalleled contributions to country music and a multitude of charitable causes, including the children's literacy organization she started in 1995, Imagination Library, with which she has donated over 100 million books to kids around the world.

"Dolly Parton has always been and continues to be a courageous trailblazer and indomitable inspiration for creators and artists—so for us to have the opportunity to honor her at our annual MusiCares Person of the Year gala is to pay tribute to a true pillar of strength and someone who we all look up to and cherish," Recording Academy President and CEO Neil Portnow said. "Dolly also knows the power of philanthropy and she has used her stardom to contribute to a wide range of causes from natural disasters to education and literacy programs."

The proceeds from MusiCares annual Person of the Year gala, which will mark its 29th year in February, go directly to the charitable organization to continue their much-needed work helping music people have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need. Their work helps musicians in need receive access to health programs, including addiction recovery support, emergency financial assistance, educational workshops and more. During the last fiscal year, MusiCares provided more than $6.5 million dollars to approximately 8,600 members of the music industry—the largest number of clients served and dollars distributed in a year by the organization. The annual event not only celebrates outstanding musicians like Parton, but allows the charity to continue its work to help keep the music community healthy and thriving.

For ticket and table information, please contact personoftheyear@musicares.org.

P!nk, Shawn Mendes & More To Honor Dolly Parton At MusiCares Person Of The Year

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Giving Tuesday: Buy Signed Guitars, Vinyl And More From MusiCares Ebay Auction

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Purchase items and memorabilia that will help MusiCares support the health and well-being of music people now through Dec. 6
Jennifer Velez
MusiCares
Nov 27, 2018 - 2:30 pm

MusiCares provides much needed assistance to music people during their time of need, covering a wide net of financial, medical and other personal emergencies. On this Giving Tuesday you have the opportunity of continuing this mission by bidding on special items from artists including, GRAMMY winners Rihanna, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, GRAMMY-nominated Katy Perry and more.

A gift of $50 helps pay for a health screening for an out of work musician.

Bid on signed items from @IncubusBand's @mybrandonboyd and others to help support members of our community on #GivingTuesday: https://t.co/5lNHYdjeQA pic.twitter.com/3maUMlz5la

— MusiCares (@MusiCares) November 27, 2018

The GRAMMY Charity Online Auctions—Holiday Edition will have autographed items including microphones signed by GRAMMY nominee Cardi B and the All American Rejects' Tyson Ritter, vinyl and guitars from Incubus' Brandon Boyd, Guns N' Roses Duff McKagan, and more. The auction will also give fans and philanthropists the rare opportunity to bid on a ticket to attend the MusiCares Person Of The Year that will honor GRAMMY winner Dolly Parton to be held on Feb. 8, two days before the 61st GRAMMY Awards.   

The GRAMMY Charity Online Auctions—Holiday Edition will run through Thursday, Dec. 6. To take a look at all the items up for bid, visit www.ebay.com/grammy. You can also follow the MusiCares Twitter for more information on the items available at @MusiCares.

P!nk, Shawn Mendes & More To Honor Dolly Parton At MusiCares Person Of The Year

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