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Getting to the Core of Candida

Candida, also known as, thrush or a yeast infection is depicted by a white creamy tongue and is very difficult to treat. Candida is often resistant to antifungal remedies. Soon there may be a new way to manage Candida successfully. Scientists have recently discovered that silver nanoparticles kill candida in the laboratory. Next, these scientists plan to place silver nanoparticles in mouthwash and dentures to prevent the eruption of candida. This is good news for those who are prone to […]

Tooth Scaling Lowers Risk for Heart and Stroke?

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Professional dental cleanings may include tooth scaling, particularly when gingivitis has been diagnosed (the precursor to gum disease). Since 75% of the population has gingivitis, it is vital to have a professional exam, dental cleaning and possibly scaling when necessary, particularly following the results of a recent study. Study results presented at the Scientific Session 2011 for the American Heart Association demonstrated that over 50,000 people who received professional cleaning with tooth scaling were nearly 25% less likely to have […]

Attn. People with Mental Illness: Reduce your Risk for Tooth Loss

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Tooth loss has been an area of concern in dentistry for quite sometime. The good news is that there has been funding for studies to support oral health. Recently, he British Journal of Psychiatry recently published a report by researchers at the University of Queensland that demonstrated the increased risk for tooth loss among people with mental illness. The findings suggest that people with mental illness are three times more likely to have poor oral health when compared to people […]

Your Child’s Ammunition against Tooth Decay

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Dental hygiene must begin at home as soon as the first tooth erupts to reduce risks of tooth decay and other long term dental issues. In the beginning, you can wipe your baby’s teeth with a dental cot to remove excess debris and keep your baby’s mouth clean. Secondly, your child should see a dentist within 6 months after the first tooth erupts or by one year old. There are also several other ways that your child’s teeth can be […]

Foods that Combat Tooth Decay and Ones to Stay Away From

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Tooth decay has been drastically reduced in recent years. Yet, it’s still important to be mindful that dental plaque is the top culprit that is a leading cause of tooth decay. Dental plaque forms very quickly in your mouth and releases acid that penetrates tooth enamel. When not properly addressed in a timely fashion, dental plaque can form calculus, tartar and tooth decay. This is one reason why it is important to brush your teeth twice a day for two […]

Oral Bacteria and Heart Disease

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Oral health is a top priority for many Americans today. Oral bacteria is linked to heart disease and researchers have discovered more about this link recently. In the June issue of Infection and Immunity, a report published by microbiologists at the University of Rochester Medical Center demonstrated the means in which bacteria known as Streptococcus mutans is used to spread to the heart, causing a sometimes deadly infection called endocarditis. It is a protein that has been surmised to be […]

Tooth Loss Related to Dementia

Posted in Gum Disease, Oral Conditions, Oral Health

Tooth loss linked to dementia was the end result of a British Dental Health Foundation study involving over 4200 participants. Indeed, those participants who have lost teeth were at an increased risk of early stage dementia. All participants were over 65 years of age and had undergone a dental evaluation and the psychological assessment used to determine dementia. In fact, the majority of participants who had tooth loss and dementia revealed that they rarely went to a dentist for professional […]

Pregnancy and Oral Health

Posted in Dentistry FAQ's, Gum Disease, Oral Conditions, Oral Health

This is an alert for pregnant women who are at an increased risk for developing gingivitis(periodontal disease), pregnancy tumors, and mild to severe gingival enlargement, according to a recent report published in General Dentistry, a peer-reviewed journal of the Academy of General Dentistry. In the olden days, pregnant women were not likely to go the dentist. There were concerns about the safety of dental procedures during pregnancy. However, today there has been more awareness created about the importance of oral […]

Thinking Your Dental Pain Will Go Away?

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Just a little toothache that is intermittently bothersome? Two days of throbbing pain and patiently waiting for the next day when you suspect the pain will subside? Bleeding gums when brushing which seems like a momentary inconvenience? Have pain that only wakes you up briefly at night? Contending with sensitivity when brushing? These are some of the questions that may allow you to brush off your dental pain. In truth, the first question to ask yourself when you have dental […]

A Funny Taste in Your Mouth?

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That funny taste in your mouth can be quite disconcerting. A funny taste may be there consistently or may come and go at different times. You may notice it when you exhale. You may only notice it when you slide your tongue across your teeth or on the inside of your mouth. Your partner may notice it during an up close moment. At first, you may think it is bad breath because it’s odorous. But then, you realize the funny […]