Oral Health

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 […]

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Poor oral health has been linked to many drugs. More recently, study results published in the Journal of Periodontology suggest that the DMPA (depotmedroxyprogesterone acetate) injectable contraceptive may be associated with poor oral health. This includes women currently taking the prescription and those who are no longer taking the oral contraceptive. Gingivitis is the precursor to gum disease, signified by red, swollen, and bleeding gums (when brushing). When left untreated, periodontitis is the most severe form of gum disease and […]

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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 […]

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Dentistry has made many advancements. Xylitol has been making headlines in dentistry today for its powerful action to prevent cavities. Xylitol is a sugar substitute that is a five-carbon sugar alcohol traditionally found in some sugarless gums. It is an agent that has been known to reduce levels of the streptococci mutans (MS) bacteria that causes tooth decay. Now, new research results have come out through a clinical trial involving children between the ages of 6 months and 15 months […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Halloween and Oral Health Halloween is a great tradition for children to enjoy with sweet treats. There are also dental traditions that tie in with Halloween. These solutions can be fun for your children to enjoy which will prevent damage from sweets. After all, sweets trigger the production of acid that can result in tooth decay.    So, let’s consider some healthy treats and ways to promote oral health in the days following Halloween. Fun Food Choices Select sugarless gum containing […]

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Poor oral health has been linked to illegal drug and alcohol use by a team of Boston University researchers. The researchers identified that opioid dependence over the course of a year’s time is linked to poor oral health. Reported in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, the investigation by the researchers noted that 60% of users of alcohol, stimulant, opioid and marijuana rated their oral health from poor to fair on a five point scale. The end result of the […]

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Senior oral care has recently taken a turn for the better since nurses have learned about a new approach that resulted from a study involving a team of nurses and dementia patients. Managing Oral Hygiene Using Threat Reduction (MOUTH) is the latest approach to oral health for people with dementia. This is great news for people with dementia who have more difficulty brushing their teeth which leads to poor oral health and consequently elevates the risk for periodontal diseases, pneumonia […]

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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 […]

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