Nov
09
2016
Infectious Diseases Society of America News, 11/01/2016
That twice–yearly trip to the dentist could do more than keep teeth and gums healthy: It may decrease the risk of pneumonia by reducing bacteria in the mouth, suggests research presented at IDWeek...
Oct
18
2016
What recent research and our experts reveal about this dental-health practice
By Sari Harrar
October 13, 2016
Flossing isn't usually seen as an enjoyable activity. Fifty-five percent of Americans, in fact, would rather wash dishes, sit in traffic, wait in a checkout...
Jul
05
2016
JUNE 30, 2016 | CAROLINE JACOBSON
Travelers need to be organized—especially when it comes to teeth. So fasten your seatbelts and scan this safety card for your smile:
1. AIRPLANE WATER
It’s dry at your cruising altitude. High altitudes call for hydration,...
Jun
15
2016
The chemicals in plastics and fungicides may hinder the growth of dental enamel, irreversibly weakening teeth.
May 31, 2016 | By European Society of Endocrinology
Chemicals commonly found in plastics and fungicides may be weakening children’s teeth by disrupting hormones...
Apr
20
2016
Dry mouth causes acid levels to rise, eroding teeth
Breathing through mouth dries it out - removing protective effect of saliva
Saliva has natural ability to kill the bacteria in the mouth that produce acid
As acid levels rise through the night,...
Apr
19
2016
February 16, 2016 by Eirik
Most people know that children who grow up eating a processed, nutrient-poor diet are at increased risk of a wide range of medical problems, including obesity, type-2 diabetes, and hypertension. What is less known is...
Apr
11
2016
The NHS could save £8.2 million a year on dental treatments – the equivalent to 364,000 dental check-ups - if all 12 year olds across the UK chewed sugar free gum after eating or drinking, thanks to the role...
Apr
06
2016
Feb 12, 2016 | Dava Stewart
Investigators looking at the possible relationship between gum bleeding and respiratory health found there is a consistent but unexplained link. The study was conducted by Francisco Gomez Real of the Department of...
