Secrets Your Dentist Doesn’t Want You To Know

Here are the secrets your dentist may not want you to know — but you need to know to get the best care possible: Secret #1: Your dentist may not be as educated as you think. Read more

Scientists Bioengineer New Teeth in Mice

Researchers in Japan report that they’ve grown new teeth in mice with the help of bioengineered tissue, an early sign of progress in the effort to grow new organs in humans. Read more

Health Tip: If You Fear Going to the Dentist

Regular dental checkups and cleanings are key to having healthy teeth and gums. But the sights, sounds and potential pain of the dentist’s office are enough to keep many people away. Read more

Antibiotics, Periodontal Disease, and Cardiovascular Disease

We all know the mouth is a significant contributor to heart attacks and it turns out it is even worse for causing strokes, but what to do about it? Read more

Eating Well On the Road

Don’t let the road to a summer vacation put you on a crash course with an unhealthy, fast-food diet. Read more

Fear of Dental Fillings?

I’m afraid of going to the dentist. I know it is irrational, but I can’t bring myself to go. How can I deal with this fear so that my teeth don’t suffer? Read more

Gum Disease, Heart Disease Share Genetic Link

(HealthDay News) — A genetic link between gum disease (periodontitis) and heart disease has been discovered by German scientists. Read more

Metallic Taste in Your Mouth?

I’ve heard that a metal taste in the mouth means something about health, but I can’t remember what it was. Can you help? Read more

Health Tip: Do You Have an Impacted Tooth?

(HealthDay News) — Teeth below the gums are supposed to continue growing and break through. But sometimes, teeth — most often wisdom teeth — don’t emerge and become impacted.
Head and neck pain may signal an impacted tooth, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. Here’s a more complete list of common symptoms:

Persistent bd breath.
Problems [...]

Health Tip: Do You Have an Impacted Tooth?

(HealthDay News) — Teeth below the gums are supposed to continue growing and break through. But sometimes, teeth — most often wisdom teeth — don’t emerge and become impacted.
Head and neck pain may signal an impacted tooth, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. Here’s a more complete list of common symptoms:

Persistent bd breath.
Problems [...]

Health Tip: Diabetes and Gum Disease

(HealthDay News) — Diabetes can make it more difficult to fight off gum disease, and in some cases, can make gum disease worse.
The American Diabetes Association says you should see if your dentist if you have any of these warning signs of gum disease.

Gums that bleed when you floss or brush.
Soreness, swelling or redness [...]

Health Tip: Diabetes and Gum Disease

(HealthDay News) — Diabetes can make it more difficult to fight off gum disease, and in some cases, can make gum disease worse.
The American Diabetes Association says you should see if your dentist if you have any of these warning signs of gum disease.

Gums that bleed when you floss or brush.
Soreness, swelling or redness [...]

Sports Drinks May Be Tough on Teeth

(HealthDay News) — Though some might see sports drinks as a healthier alternative to soda, a new study shows that the citric acid they contain can damage teeth.
The finding comes from a study involving teeth from cows. New York University College of Dentistry researchers cut the teeth in half and placed them in top-selling sports [...]

Biological Product Shows Promise Against Gum Disease

(HealthDay News) — Resolvins, a new family of biologically active products of omega-3 fatty acids, may be able to remedy the inflammation of periodontal disease and restore gums to health, say Boston University researchers.
Two types of resolvins are made from the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), both of which keep [...]

Biological Product Shows Promise Against Gum Disease

(HealthDay News) — Resolvins, a new family of biologically active products of omega-3 fatty acids, may be able to remedy the inflammation of periodontal disease and restore gums to health, say Boston University researchers.
Two types of resolvins are made from the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), both of which keep [...]

An Online Guide to Cope With Recession-Related Stress

(HealthDay News) — People struggling with emotional turmoil during these uncertain economic times can find help online through a new U.S. government-sponsored guide.
“Getting Through Tough Economic Times” offers resources and referrals to help people cope with the recession’s repercussions. The guide includes information on spotting signs of mental distress and contains links to agencies and [...]

Dental cavitations??

The information I have gleaned from this discussion group has been absolutely invaluable to me, my family (especially in dealing with my autistic neice), friends and clients and I feel privileged to have access to it. I am hoping you can help with something I have been seeing with my about 70% of my clients [...]

Dental cavitations??

The information I have gleaned from this discussion group has been absolutely invaluable to me, my family (especially in dealing with my autistic neice), friends and clients and I feel privileged to have access to it. I am hoping you can help with something I have been seeing with my about 70% of my clients [...]

Dental cavitations??

The information I have gleaned from this discussion group has been absolutely invaluable to me, my family (especially in dealing with my autistic neice), friends and clients and I feel privileged to have access to it. I am hoping you can help with something I have been seeing with my about 70% of my clients [...]

Scientists Find Gene for Tooth Enamel

(HealthDay News) — A gene that plays a role in immune function and the development of skin and the nervous system also controls the production of tooth enamel, Oregon State University researchers have found.
Their discovery about the gene Ctip2 (a transcription factor) could lead to new methods of repairing damaged enamel and preventing cavities, restoring [...]