Chronic oral infection with the periodontal disease pathogen,Porphyromonas gingivalis, not only causes local inflammation of the gums leading to tooth loss but also is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis. A study published on July 10th in PLOS Pathogensnow reveals how the pathogen evades the immune system to induce inflammation beyond the oral cavity. Like […]
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Widespread oral health problems among Navajo, study shows
new study from Colorado School of Public Health shows that despite some modest improvements, poor oral health remains a major problem in the Navajo Nation and among American Indians overall. “The oral health among Native Americans is abysmal with more than three times the disease of the rest of the country,” said Terrence Batliner, DDS, […]
Tips for Choosing a Dentist. Steps to Take in Finding A Trusted Dentist
Sola Dental Spa – Best and Trusted local dentists near you Dentistry Beyond Imagination Finding and choosing the right dentist for you and your family can be a difficult endeavor. There are many things to consider in choosing who will keep your teeth bright and your smile sexy. This article will help you outline the […]
Long term oral care for adults with special needs
A retrospective study conducted by researchers at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and colleagues reports that among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the likelihood of having cavities decreased as the number of years receiving dental care increased. The findings, published in the July/August issue of Special Care in Dentistry, may help improve interventions designed […]
New study reveals widespread support for rapid HIV testing in dental surgeries
More than 80 per cent of oral health patients are willing to receive rapid HIV-testing in dental settings, which could help reduce the spread of the HIV according to a groundbreaking study revealed today at a Sydney University HIV Testing Symposium. The first of its kind study of 521 Sydney-based dental patients assessed patients’ willingness to undergo […]
Fluoride and Dental Caries in Children
You may not know but fluoride is naturally found in water. This is probably the best reason why your dentists often inquire about your water supply. But how important is fluoride content in a child’s mouth? What is the recommended amount of fluoride required for a child to maintain strong and healthy teeth? What are […]
Importance of Early Dental Visits
First time parents ask a lot of question in relation to child health. However, majority tend to neglect asking one of the most common questions in reference to the proper time when they should take their child to a dentist. Is there such a thing as being too early for dental visit? The American Academy […]
End of the Year Dental Insurance: How to Maximize Your Savings
Dental insurance are purchased by many people because of their belief that it is a great way of saving money and that is certainly correct if and only if you know how to maximize your end of the year dental insurance otherwise instead of gaining more savings you may be losing valuable money with it. […]
