Dental News
Study: A Closer Look At Dental Implant Surfaces
Mon, Apr 18, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts The Journal of Dental Research has published a study on using chemical modifications of surface materials to control the layer that forms on oral proteins. When an implant is placed in the mouth it receives a coating of blood and saliva to help the gums adapt and allow for germs to grow. For this reason, it is important to be selective of the surface material of the implant to avoid growth of germs while allowing for the absorption of proteins. Dental implant study “This study is the beginning of improving the success achieved...
How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Help You Improve Your Smile
Thu, Apr 14, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Nik Brook / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Many people go to the dentist twice a year, as suggested by the American Dental Association. What additional services can a dentist offer, though? Cosmetic dentistry entails procedures that improve the overall appearance of your teeth, rather than merely preventative care. In truth, the term "cosmetic dentistry" encompasses a wide range of operations. Here are five ways cosmetic dentistry can help you improve your smile's appearance. In truth, aesthetic dentistry provides our patients with both immediate and long-term benefits. Here are just a few ways cosmetic dentistry can improve your smile....
Link Between Gum Disease And Heart Disease
Wed, Apr 06, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Studies have shown that the link between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease is not only direct but that the severity of the periodontitis also correlates to the severity of the cardiovascular disease. This is most easily seen among those who have had a previous heart attack. The Studies “Our study suggests that dental screening programs including regular check-ups and education on proper dental hygiene may help to prevent first and subsequent heart events,” says Dr. Giulia Ferrannini of the Karolinska Institute. This is based upon a study that shows those who have...
Dental Procedures That Best Fix Your Teeth
Mon, Mar 21, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kara Masterson / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Dental procedures are one of the most important things you can do for your overall health. One of the easiest places for germs and germs to enter our body is through our mouth, so proper oral hygiene is a requirement when taking care of your body. However, it is not just what is put in your mouth, such as food, but what can end up staying in your mouth thanks to your teeth and their condition. Tooth problems, such as cavities, cracks, or nooks and crannies easily missed when brushing, can allow...
4 Natural Ways To Keep Your Teeth And Gums Healthy And Why It Matters
Fri, Mar 18, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Mikkie Mills / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Healthy teeth and gums are about more than just a great smile. Failing to care for your teeth can result in cavities; it can also lead to things like bad breath and other problems. These are good reasons to invest in proper oral care. Luckily, there are many completely natural ways to support your teeth and gums. Oral care is about a lot more than just your teeth and gums, which is why adopting a regular oral care routine is a good idea. Consider these tips to help you get started toward healthier...
Wisdom Teeth Extraction Signs
Wed, Mar 09, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Wisdom teeth are the third molars that usually erupt through the gums between 17 and 20 years of age. They often create dental concerns including pain, gum disease, bone loss, infection, and can even increase the occurrence of cavities in other teeth. To avoid complications they are often removed to prevent or treat these common concerns. Dr. Amin Samadian of the University of the Pacific, Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry, has created a practice that focuses on oral and facial reconstruction, comprehensive dental care, and offers both medical and cosmetic dental...
Dry Mouth Remedies
Mon, Mar 07, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Many people will have dry mouth at some point in their life as the many causes are widely varied and can affect anyone. There are many ways to treat dry mouth at home, from drinking more water to over-the-counter mouth rinses, but some causes will require more involved treatments including adding or removing medications. Dry mouth can lead to increased cavities and mouth infections as well as discomfort and even pain while chewing. Dehydration and dry mouth While many medications can cause dry mouth, there are many other causes as well,...
How To Best Protect Your Teeth From Decay
Tue, Mar 01, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Lizzie Howard / Reviewed By Ray Spotts If you don't practice good oral hygiene, you'll experience common incidences of tooth decay and cavities. Your teeth should last you a lifetime, and a good oral care routine will help you protect them. This involves knowing how and when to use dental health practices for the best possible results. Once you understand the basic principles of proper tooth care, you'll be better able to keep your teeth healthier for longer. Avoid Eating Sugar You'll protect your teeth by avoiding junk food that contains high amounts of added sugar. Since carbs...
Gum Graft - What You Should Know
Mon, Feb 21, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts A gum graft is used when the gums are receding from the teeth, are sensitive, and there may be some bleeding of the gums. To correct this concern a graft may be performed by a periodontist that involves replacing the receding gums with a graft. What a periodontist does A periodontist is a specialized dentist that works specifically with the gums and health concerns that directly affect the gums. To complete a graft the periodontist will take tissue from another area of the mouth where it is healthy, often the roof...
What Are Speed Braces?
Mon, Feb 14, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Speed braces are smaller and more streamlined than traditional braces. They are created from the same metals and materials but are created in a slightly different way which allows them to remain less obvious, stay smaller - which may be more comfortable - and are anticipated to create faster results than traditional metal braces. Approximately 30 percent smaller, speed braces can be more comfortable than other metal braces, but they are not intended to be invisible to the naked eye. Operating as self-ligating braces they do not require any ligature such...
How Dental Implants Can Help You Mentally And Physically
Mon, Feb 07, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kara Masterson / Reviewed By Ray Spotts It may be the result of wrong lifestyle choices, lack of proper dental care, or simply bad genes. Whatever the case, some people end up with bad teeth as they get older in life. When this happens, your options may be limited in terms of what you can eat, say, or how comfortable you are with other people seeing your mouth. However, one option that may be available to you is to obtain dental implants. Dental implants offer you a chance to feel better both mentally and physically when it comes...
How To Treat A Cut On The Gums
Wed, Feb 02, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Injuries to the mouth are fairly common and can often be minor and easy to treat at home, though in some cases it will be necessary to see a professional. Cuts that occur in the mouth or on the gums are most common among children, people who are accident prone, and people who play contact sports. It is important to know how and to begin treatment to any cut on the gums as soon as possible to avoid infection and encourage faster healing. When cuts are Most Likely to Occur Most...
Why You Should Take The Time To Floss
Mon, Jan 31, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Meghan Belnap / Reviewed By Ray Spotts If there's one part of dental care that most people skip, it's flossing. While most people take the time to brush their teeth, and many individuals opt to rinse with mouthwash, flossing is often saved only for a few days before a dentist visit. Unfortunately, skipping flossing can have negative health outcomes that go far beyond cavities and gingivitis. Here are a few reasons why you should heed your dentist's advice to floss your teeth every day. Flossing Reaches Hard-to-Reach Places Even the best toothbrushes can't reach every part of your...
The Key To Quick Recovery After Dental Procedures
Thu, Jan 27, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Dixie Somers / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Dental care is important for your overall health. When you have dental work done, it can be painful, but there are steps you can take to speed up the recovery process. Here are some ways to recover faster after a dental procedure. Take Care of Your Oral Hygiene It's important to keep your teeth clean before, during, and after dental procedures. One way to do this is by brushing your teeth with toothpaste and water every day. Your dentist may also recommend using an antibacterial mouthwash after brushing. Keep in mind...
What To Do If Your Tongue Turns White
Mon, Jan 24, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts The color of the tongue is an indicator of not only oral health but also of whole body health. When the tongue appears white, or has a white coating, it can be a sign of thrush or other oral conditions. Several other conditions may be mistaken for thrush, and we will discuss some of them here. Geographic Tongue This condition is generally harmless and has no long-term effects on health, causing it to be considered a cosmetic problem rather then a health concern. It appears on the tongue as red patches...
Predicting Tooth Loss
Mon, Jan 17, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts While it is often accepted that tooth loss is part of the aging process, there is a new development based on research by Harvard School of Dental Medicine that suggests a way to determine if tooth loss is likely. This method does not require an extensive dental exam but by predictive programs that then refer the patient for a full dental exam. Using learning tools and algorithms to assess factors such as socioeconomic factors as well as medical history and dental indicators can determine which patients are most likely to be...
Pulling Wisdom Teeth: A New Discovery
Mon, Jan 10, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts New studies are reassessing the effect that pulling wisdom teeth has on the ability to taste. Recent developments have shown that rather than lower the ability to taste, having wisdom teeth removed is improving the ability to taste by 20 years after removal. Further studies are required to determine how this affect occurs and to learn more about why it happens. The study was conducted by Richard L. Doty, Ph.D. at the Smell and Taste Center of the University of Pennsylvania and Dane Kim of the University of Pennsylvania School of...
How To Cure Receding Gums
Wed, Jan 05, 22 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Receding gums occur for many reasons and each cause has a treatment that is appropriate. Some causes are related to hormonal changes and aging, and while these cannot be reversed, there are methods to slow the receding. Other causes include gum disease, which may require antibiotics or even surgery. It is best to avoid receding gums when possible, rather then wait for needed treatment. Brushing and flossing for receding gums To prevent receding gums you should brush the teeth and gums at least twice a day, once in the morning to...
Bad Breath Causes And Natural Breath Fresheners To Fight It
Wed, Dec 22, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kevin Kerfoot And Jennifer Raskin / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Feeling self-conscious about your breath? Everyone does from time to time, especially after eating garlic rolls or other potent foods. But when your bad breath seems to bowl everyone over, it might be time to figure out what’s causing it so you can stop letting it make that first impression for you. While there is no concrete way to perform a halitosis test, a family member or close friend will usually tell you. It may be embarrassing to bring the topic up with your dentist, but they are...
Dental Field: Jobs To Think About Pursuing
Mon, Dec 20, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kara Masterson / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Dentistry is a field that is always looking for qualified candidates, but a dentist’s office does not consist of dentists alone. A full team must fulfill a patient’s dental needs, from the receptionist who checks the patient into specialists who might be called upon for advanced needs. The following are five jobs in the dental field that you might consider pursuing. Medical Receptionist Not only does the receptionist manage typical clerical tasks, but this role is also responsible for maintaining patient privacy with potentially sensitive data. Receptionists make appointments, handle phone...
What Does It Mean When Your Gums Bleed After Brushing
Wed, Dec 15, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Anica Oaks / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Brushing your teeth. It's an activity that's a part of most people's daily routine. However, when you notice blood in the sink after you brush your teeth, it can make this normal activity seem anything but routine. When your gums bleed, it's important to understand the possible causes behind this problem so that you can properly take care of your oral health. To ensure you don't overlook a serious condition, here are a few reasons why your gums might be bleeding. Bad Brushing Habits Sometimes, too much of a good thing...
How To Prepare Your Child For Visiting The Dentist
Thu, Dec 09, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Natalie Wilson / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Taking children to the dentist for regular checkups is important to not only keep their teeth healthy but to encourage proper oral hygiene habits. Many children have a fear of the dentist, and for them, a dental checkup can be a particularly difficult and scary event. From the noises and smells to the sensations and masked dentists looking down at them, for a child who doesn’t completely understand what is going on, it’s not hard to see why it can make them feel uncomfortable. However, children who don’t frequently go for...
Have You Tried These Toothache Remedies?
Tue, Dec 07, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts As toothaches occur any day or time - often outside of regular dentist hours - leaving people to find ways to treat them at home while awaiting an appointment or for their dentist office to open. There are some steps that can be taken at home to ease the discomfort or pain from a toothache though they are not a substitute for seeing your dentist. Diagnose tooth pain "The key to [treating] tooth pain at home is trying to diagnose where the pain is coming from,” says Evelyn Taly Huaman, DMD...
How Getting Braces Can Better Your Dental Health
Tue, Nov 30, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Maggie Bloom / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Getting braces is a valuable investment for a person with misaligned teeth. Braces improve your health and general appearance. The most significant benefit of all is that they improve your oral health. You may need braces if your teeth look crooked or crowded, if your jaw makes sounds or shifts in place or if you are constantly biting your cheeks or the roof of your mouth. The excellent news is braces can help fix all that. Some of the benefits of braces include: 1. Limits Tooth Decay With proper home care,...
3 Popular Methods To Replace A Missing Tooth
Mon, Nov 29, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Ella Brown / Reviewed By Ray Spotts In our daily lives, teeth play a crucial role. They offer confidence and let you grin as much as you can. Having a lost tooth can have a significant impact on your smile's look. However, regardless of how the tooth loss happened, a space in your mouth can negatively affect your health and well-being. You need not be alarmed, because an emergency dentist will always be available to help you regain your smile. For many people, it's not until they lose their teeth that they realize how important they are. Even...
How You Can Fix Periodontal Disease
Fri, Nov 26, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Periodontal disease is an infection in the gums that causes damage to the gum tissue and can damage the bones when left untreated. Prevention is important but once it has developed there are methods of treatment that can reduce or get rid of the infection and help return the gums to health. Periodontal disease signs Signs of periodontal disease include red and swollen gums, gums that are sore to touch and when eating, bleeding gums, bad breath, and difficulty while chewing. The pain and discomfort may be continuous or only when...
Ways To Enhance Your Oral Hygiene Habits
Tue, Nov 23, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Lewis Robinson / Reviewed By Ray Spotts How you care for your teeth, gums and mouth has a significant effect on your overall health. If you don't properly tend to your oral health now, you may suffer from issues as severe as heart disease later in life. By making minor adjustments to your daily routine, you can ensure your smile stays bright. Here are some things you can do to improve your dental health. Brush Regularly You should brush your teeth twice each day: once in the morning and again before bed. Don't rush this process. Brushing should...
Living With Diabetes: Why Oral Health Is So Important
Thu, Nov 18, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kris Louis / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Living with diabetes can be difficult even with proper medical care. It affects every part of the body. Elevated blood sugar levels for a prolonged amount of time can affect the kidneys, eyes, and cardiovascular system, including an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. High blood sugar can also affect the teeth and gums. Elevated blood sugar levels can lead to dry mouth, gum sores, and periodontal disease. Not only that, but it is actually a two-way street. Serious gum disease can affect blood glucose levels, which is a problem...
Gum Boils: 30+ Things To Know About Them
Mon, Nov 08, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kevin Kerfoot And Jennifer Raskin / Reviewed By Ray Spotts There’s a good chance that if you have a gum boil, you aren’t oblivious to it. If you notice any swollen bumps full of pus on your gums, you have a gum boil. Even though they’re hard to ignore, you can’t put off making an appointment with your dentist if you see what you suspect to be a gum boil, or if you have any of the telltale symptoms. Why Do Gum Boils Form? Also known as abscesses, gum boils indicate an overwhelming amount of bad germs out of...
Why Is There A Hole In My Gums?
Mon, Nov 01, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts While there are a few things that can cause an area of the gums to become indented, develop a crater or dip, or form a pocket, the most likely is gum disease. These dips or pockets may appear as a hole in the gums, and it is important to find the correct cause and begin the correct treatment. Periodontitis The most likely cause of a hole in the gums is periodontitis. Periodontitis, or gum disease, happens with a buildup of plaque on the teeth and the germs that are within that buildup....
How Snoring Affects Your Dental Health
Mon, Oct 25, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Maggie Bloom / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Your body health is one of the most important things you can ever have. People are always busy looking for tangible wealth, forgetting that your health is the most valuable wealth you can ever have. You can never have peace if your health is not in good condition. However rich you may be, you can never enjoy it if you feel any pain in any part of your body. Therefore, it is essential to consider investing in your body first. There are many causes of an unhealthy body. One of the...
How To Maintain A Beautiful Smile With Old Age
Tue, Oct 19, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Maggie Holmes / Reviewed By Ray Spotts As we age, our mouths are subjected to many more diseases, disorders, and conditions than when we are younger. The risk of developing gum disease increases with age, as does the likelihood of having an oral infection. Additionally, our general ability to fight off germs within our mouths diminishes as we get older. The truth is that oral health has a direct impact on your overall state of health. In fact, the American Dental Association reports that gum disease is linked to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke. In addition...
Gum Recession And Gum Grafts
Mon, Oct 18, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts There are many things that cause gum recession, and the slight changes may not be noticeable to the naked eye during brushing. Factors that cause gums to recede back from the teeth, potentially leaving roots exposed, include tobacco use, brushing aggressively, and genetics. As the gums continue to recede, they leave increasing portions of the tooth exposed to the air and allow germs to grow. These changes are gradual and as the teeth and gums are a small area it is often not observed until there is sensitivity to temperature changes. Late...
Constantly Struggling With Dental Problems? Here’s How To Make Your Teeth Stronger
Mon, Oct 11, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Dr. Hanaa Nasir / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Our teeth are subjected to all sorts of trials and harsh conditions daily: fluctuating temperatures, the impact of acids, food stains, hard foods, and chewing forces all work together to put teeth through the ultimate test constantly. Although enamel protects the teeth from most external influences, signs of wear gradually do appear on teeth, either as cracks, cavitation, and in the form of mobility. For teeth beyond repair, tooth extraction may be required, which means losing teeth is a very likely outcome - and learning how to avoid the circumstances...
Selecting The Right Dental Field
Wed, Oct 06, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Anica Oaks / Reviewed By Ray Spotts When you first become a dental student, one of the many factors you’ll have to consider when choosing your career path will be how much money you can make from dentistry - specifically, which type of dentist you want to be. As you complete dental school, you’ll learn more about your interests as you explore various fields of dentistry. Read on for four ways to choose which field better fits your financial and professional needs. Cosmetic Dentistry The field of cosmetic dentistry is for those who want to make a career...
Lozenge That Can Re-Build Tooth Enamel
Mon, Oct 04, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts A new product to fight the loss of tooth enamel is emerging in a breath mint. The University of Washington has produced research on a lozenge that has phosphorus ions and calcium ions to repair the damage caused to tooth enamel and a chain of amino acids that create a peptide from amelogenin. This particular protein is the most important in the building of tooth enamel and covers the surface area of the root of each tooth. Peptide and protein for rebuilding layers This protein, or peptide, is intentionally engineered to...
Vaping And Oral Disease
Mon, Sep 27, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kevin Kerfoot / Reviewed By Ray Spotts The potential for future disease from vaping lies just below the surface, says research published in the journal Science Advances. They say that because the collection of oral bacteria in daily e-cigarette users’ mouths is teeming with potent infection-causing organisms it puts vapers at substantial risk for ailments ranging from gum disease to cancer. They reason that bacteria below the gums is the last line of defense against disease because it is the least likely to be disrupted by environmental changes in the mouth, such as food, toothpaste and tobacco. The oral...
Gingivitis And Your Body’s Response
Mon, Sep 20, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts As people respond to things differently, there has been a new classification of responses to dental plaque. Research has shown that there are differences in how some teeth react to plaque in regards to cavities, tooth loss, and other dental concerns. Gingivitis study A study in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences - created by researchers from the University of Washington School of Dentistry - has identified a new group of responses. Other studies have shown a range of responses causing inflammation as buildup of plaque and bacteria are formed...
30+ Things You Should Know About Natural Toothpaste
Wed, Sep 15, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kevin Kerfoot and Jennifer Raskin / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Do you use natural toothpaste to brush your teeth? If not, you might want to switch. There are some great benefits to using a toothpaste made with natural ingredients. In fact, if you are actively seeking out ways to live a healthier lifestyle, you’re probably removing chemicals from your home. You might swap out your soaps and cleaning products for more natural choices. But what about what you’re putting in your mouth? Let’s look at these 32 things you should know about natural toothpaste and see why you...
Things To Know About Becoming A Dental Assistant
Tue, Sep 14, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kara Masterson / Reviewed By Ray Spotts A dental assistant is a professional who works alongside the dentist, helping him by assisting patients until the dentist is ready to see them. They’re the people who usually get you situated in the dentist chair, take your vitals, or even perform the preliminary examinations of your teeth. When the dentist is done seeing you, they are also the ones who will be cleaning your teeth. If you want to become a dental assistant, then there are several things that you need to know. The Specific Duties of a Dental Assistant...
Can Tooth Enamel Protein Determine Sex Of Human Remains?
Tue, Sep 07, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kevin Kerfoot / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Scientists report a new method for estimating the biological sex of human remains based on reading protein sequences rather than DNA. The protein-based technique provides superior results to DNA analysis in studying 55 sets of human remains between 300 and 2,300 years old. The method – discussed in Scientific Reports - targets amelogenin, a protein found in tooth enamel, The three methods for determination consisted of the new proteomic method; DNA analysis; and osteology, or analysis of the size, shape and composition of the bones themselves. All methods were applied to...
Dental Pain And Opioids
Tue, Aug 31, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts The recent rise in opioid abuse and overdose has brought increased attention to the prescription use of opioids for all purposes. Research has shown that there is a higher level of overdose in those who use opioids after a dental treatment. Dentistry study A study conducted by the U-M Medical School and School of Dentistry using information gathered from 8.5 million completed dental procedures compiled data showing 27 percent received and filled a prescription after their procedure that provided an opioid. When researching the number of overdoses in the following...
How Teeth Sense Cold
Fri, Aug 27, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Sensitive teeth react painfully to cold temperatures, such as when consuming a cold beverage. Researchers at the Friedrick-Alexander University Erlangen-Numberg have found that the molecular and cellular effects of cold that create the sensations within the teeth – known as odontoblasts - house proteins that sense temperature changes and cause the signals to arrive in the brain that alert it to the sense of pain. Working with a team of scientists from around the world they have found a way to determine the way that the teeth sense the temperature and...
Are Raisins Good For Tooth Decay?
Wed, Aug 11, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Fighting the tide of sticky foods causing increased cavities and tooth decay, raisins are seen as the exception to that rule. New studies have shown that they have chemicals that fight the bacteria that cause cavities and help to prevent tooth decay from beginning or worsening. These recent discoveries could change the snacking recommendations around raisins. Sugars are known to gather on teeth and around the gums, which allows harmful bacteria to grow. Sticky foods that are high in sugar are likely to cause an increase in tooth decay by providing...
Link Between Gum Disease And Kidney Disease
Mon, Aug 09, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts There are new links between periodontitis and kidney disease, mostly in relation to the inflammation that is caused. Inflammation in the gums is often linked to lower kidney function and a decreased rate of survival if kidney disease develops. Studies have shown that the more severe the inflammation is within the gums the worse the chronic kidney disease is. A link has also been found between the severity of gum disease and the survival rates of kidney disease. Effect of periodontitis on kidney function This suggests that there may be a...
Is There A New Dry Mouth Treatment?
Mon, Jul 26, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Over 10 percent of people will experience dry mouth, which occurs for many reasons. Medications, natural aging, some medical treatments, and even medical conditions can all cause dry mouth. A study of mice has shown – accidently - that there may be a new way to treat dry mouth, which could help reduce cavities and gum disease – both of which are more likely to occur with dry mouth. The study in discussion considered the benefits of limiting certain enzymes in relation to inflammation in the lungs after a lung infection....
Signs You Have Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Tue, Jul 20, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Stephanie McGuire / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Of all our pearly whites, the most intriguingly named would have to be our wisdom teeth. It is said that they got that name because they appear when people hit their late teen years or early twenties, an age when they’re supposed to have already gained some wisdom. However, becoming wise isn’t really what some feel when their wisdom teeth finally come in. What they often experience are issues that can make people whose wisdom teeth haven’t appeared yet dread the day they finally decide to show up. Things could be...
Dental Hygiene News: Using Pickles To Promote Dental Health
Mon, Jul 19, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kevin Kerfoot / Reviewed By Ray Spotts A probiotic derived from Chinese pickles prevent cavities, says researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Chengdu University where pickles are an integral part of the diet in the southwest of China. The study - published in Frontiers in Microbiology – states that a strain of Lactobacilli (L. plantarum K41) found in Sichuan pickles reduced S. mutans by 98.4 percent. Dental caries - or cavities - are caused by Streptococcus mutans - or S. mutans - commonly found in the human oral cavity as plaque and is a significant contributor to tooth decay. The...
Spot The Difference: Signs Of A Good Dental Office
Thu, Jul 15, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Brooke Chaplan / Reviewed By Ray Spotts With so many dental practices to choose from, it can often be hard to know how to pick the best one. While all dentists are required to earn a degree and get their license, there can be vast differences among them regarding how they handle patient care. In fact, every member of the staff at a dental clinic influences your experience, which means you’ll want to do some serious exploration before you settle on an office. Spotting these signs of a good dental office can help you know that you’ve found...
Gum Disease And Blood Pressure
Mon, Jul 12, 21 Admin Editor
Written By Kassandra Foreman / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Research has shown that there is a connection between periodontitis - a severe form of gum disease - and high blood pressure even when the person appears to be otherwise healthy. This connection means that where good oral hygiene is practiced and gum disease reduced, there can be a decreased risk of high blood pressure as well. Gum disease effects Periodontitis is an infection within the gums and the tissue surrounding the teeth. This leads to increased inflammation mirrored in the tissues lining the inside of the heart and blood vessels....