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Diabetes Patients Pay Less for Medical Costs if They Treat Gum Disease, Study Shows

According to the Centers for Disease Control’s National Diabetes Fact Sheet for 2011, the total cost related to diabetes health care in the US is about $174 billion. This amount actually makes up for as much as 20% of the total health care expenditures in the United States.

New Set of Teeth: Dental Implants for the Elderly



The older people generally confront themselves with several age related oral hygiene problems. There are many missing teeth, so they can basically not chew the food correctly, and this in general affects greatly their life.

Oral Dryness Symptoms & Causes



Oral dryness, or xerostomia as it is also known, is the health condition in which due to malfunctioning, the salivary glands do not produce enough saliva. However, people struggle quite rarely with such a condition in its toughest form, and the symptoms generally last for shorter periods of time.

Designed to Smile Free Oral Health Program in Wales



Designed to Smile is an oral health program which takes place in disadvantaged communities all throughout Wales. These programs help reducing all the health inequalities in the system. Children living in remoter areas of the country do not have the same access or the same opportunities to proper oral health care, as children from the urban areas.

Dental Care Cost too Expensive even for the Insured



According to a recent study by the Ipsos Social Research Institute, around 2 million Americans couldn’t afford dental treatment in the past two years. They needed proper care, but they simply couldn’t afford to pay for it. The same study reveals that even though some of these people had private insurance, it still did not cover for the respective treatments.

What Your Mouth Reveals About your Health



According to experts in the health field, brushing the teeth at least two times every day will help prevent heart diseases and stroke. However, there are many people who simply cannot acknowledge the fact that by respecting a healthy dental cleaning regimen every day can help build a barrier against so many serious health conditions.

Study Shows Diabetes Can Be Detected with Dental Exams



According to a new research led by the Columbia University researchers, people will have one more reason to check with their dentist on a more regular basis. The report which has been published in the Journal of Dental Research (July 2011 issue), says that researchers from the College of Dental Medicine have actually developed a new method which will diagnose diabetes in its early stages.

Free Healthcare and Dental Services For Uninsured Will Be Provided

Free healthcare services will be provided this week at the Carolina Coliseum and hundreds of residents from Midlands and the neighboring communities are expected to join the event.

Who Needs Dental Care? Everyone!



Having good teeth and healthy gums provides overall good health, and studies have shown that oral hygiene is critical to maintaining a healthy body. Reports by all dental sources and surveys indicate very strongly that poor dental maintenance leads to poor health and potential fatal results due to infection if not addressed in a timely basis.

Dentists to Help Patients Avoid Developing Diabetes



The responsibilities of the dentists slowly stretch beyond their field of expertise. For example, dentists can perform the test that measures the amount of glycated hemoglobin in the blood (HbA1c test), but they might also run tests for diabetes.

Gum Disease and Fertility Issues in Women Interconnected



It happens quite often that women underestimate the importance of a good oral hygiene. According to a new research, the time which is needed for a woman to get pregnant is extended by as much as two months, if she struggles with gum disease complications.

Dentists and Students to Provide Free Dental Services to Needy



On June 11th and 12th a team made up of 120 students and faculty staff from the University of Louisville will travel to Kentucky to offer free dental help hand for the people who need professional dental care services.

Women Have Better Dental Health, Study Shows



According to research findings, women are the ones who pay much more attention to their oral health than men. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control), women are going more frequently to the routine dental checkups, and they also are more likely to visit the dentist immediately as they go through an injury or when they feel sick.

Health Officials Facilitate Access to Dental Plans for Minority Populations

Minority populations living in the U.S. suffer from poorer health care compared to white Americans, L.A. Times reports. The government tries to narrow these discrepancies by bringing regulations that will give more access to proper health care for minorities.

Study Shows Treating Gum Disease in Diabetics Brings Huge Annual Savings

Prevention in the field of medicine is something that needs to be taken seriously. Being diagnosed with a severe illness such as diabetes, people need to understand that they must respect certain rigorous health practices, so that the disease will not spread on to other organs and bring about even more complications.

Study Shows Tooth Loss and Breast Cancer May Be Interconnected

A recent study in the field of medicine points out that conditions like gum disease and tooth loss might be directly linked to the incidence of breast cancer.

Six Signs of Periodontal Disease

Many people are completely unaware that they even have periodontal disease. Prior to the occurrence of a pain and a major symptom, this problem may have already begun.

How to Choose the Best Dentist for Dental Implants



Dental implants have become a very popular choice for numerous patients who want to replace their missing teeth with the most natural option that is possible. Selecting the best dentist for dental implants will make all the difference in the success and comfort of your implant procedure.

Pediatric Research Determines That Tooth Decay in Infants are Linked to Malnutrition and Obesity

From this sample of infants it was determined that about 28% of those children had an obese body mass index and were overweight is 5% greater than the national average, and also indicated that these children exceeded the recommended calorie range of 1,200 by 7% for children of their age.

Many People Are Too Busy To Brush Teeth Properly

Many experts believe that as many as one in three adults in the United Kingdom fail to brush their teeth for the full two minutes each day as recommended.

Xylitol: Sugar Substitutes May Be Good for Your Teeth



Sugar substitutes, like xylitol, have been found to offer you advantages in terms of tooth decay prevention as well as the prevention of gum disease.

Diabetes May Be Reduced by the Gum Disease Treatment



A new study has found that the treatment of serious disease of the gums in people who suffer from diabetes helps to reduce their blood sugar levels.

Genetic Testing for Oral Disease; New Frontiers in Dental Care



For years, dentists have always told their patients that if they took care of their teeth and their health, they could avoid problems like gum disease and oral cancer. As it turns out, it’s not so simple. Recent research has revealed that genetic factors play a bigger role than one may think.

Uninsured to Receive Free Dental Care



Veterans in nursing home will get free dental care. Free Health and Dental Clinic. DENTAL PLAN: A new program helps people without dental insurance get discounted care. 23 dentists, dental hygienists, assistants and others donate time for free dental clinic. Program Gives Senior Patients Free Dental Care. Schools to offer students dental care.

Stroke Survivors May Not Have Visited the Dentist Regularly

Researchers have uncovered the fact that many stroke survivors have not had dental examinations within the year’s time before the stroke occurred.

Free Dental Services for Uninsured and Needy at Health Clinics



Free Health Care Clinic Planned In Cleveland. Free health clinic in L.A. looking for more volunteers. Free Health Expo for the Uninsured. Molina sponsors kids’ dental screenings. Root Canal Specialists Bring Dental Care to San Diego’s Underserved.

Oral Inflammatory Diseases and Diabetes are Linked

A link has been identified between individuals suffering from diabetes and oral inflammatory diseases; a recent study conducted in Canada suggests that there is an interaction between the two conditions.

57% Of Canadians Want Bright Smile, But Only 4% Maintain Proper Oral Hygiene



Unbelievably, despite the fact that a healthy looking smile is highly desired, a recent survey indicates that a mere four percent of Canadians actually engage in regular, proper oral hygiene practices.

Dental Health Contest for Bloggers. Everybody Wins!

Dental Health is Important contest for bloggers. Everybody wins!  Did you know that your dental health is strongly linked to many other health conditions beyond your mouth. Cavities and gum disease may contribute to many serious conditions, such as diabetes and respiratory diseases. Sometimes the first sign of a disease shows up in your mouth. [...]

Research Finds First Oral Bacteria Linking a Mother and Her Stillborn Baby

Researchers from the Department of Periodontics at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, reports the first documented link between a mother, 35, with pregnancy-associated gum disease to the death of her fetus.

5 Steps to Good Oral Health

Good oral health is not only important to our appearance but also to our overall health. Cavities and gum disease may contribute to many serious conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases, and premature and low weight babies. Untreated cavities can also be painful and lead to serious infections.

Diabetes Causes Gum (Periodontal) Disease if Not Treated

Situated on the first places of dangerous for life diseases, diabetes is considered able to harm your eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart and many other body systems. In the same time, it badly influences your gums and other mouth tissues. On the other hand, gum disease can show the first signs of diabetes. So, diabetes and gum disease are strongly connected.

Dental Problems Affect Overall Health

Most of us think that dental problems would result at worst in a few fallen teeth or some painful hours in the dentists’ chair. Yet, bad oral health can result in long-term health issues such as heart disease and stroke that can be potentially fatal. This article reviews the possible effect of oral health on general body health.

Patients With Diabetes May Lower Medical Costs Treating Gum Disease

A new report suggests that treating gum disease in patients who have diabetes with procedures such as cleanings and periodontal scaling is linked to 10 to 12 percent lower medical costs per month.

Control Type 2 Diabetes and Complications With Gum Care

According to recent studies conducted by some experts poor dental health increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Periodontal disease and diabetes are two diseases that correlate with each other. Individuals with type 2 diabetes must take care of their teeth and gums in order to control the diabetes.

50% of Korean Suffer From Gum Disorders

According to the Korean National Health Insurance Corporation, about 20 percent of the subscribers have visited dentists over gum disorders. Experts assume the number of those who have periodontitis, but do not have medical treatment could be up to 50 percent of the population.
Moreover, Prof. Park Sung-hee of Hallym University said that people over 35 years old have 75 percent more chance to have gum disease.

Connection Between Gum Disease and Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Pneumonia

Gum disease (periodontitis) can contribute to these illnesses through a spillover of bacteria and inflammatory agents from the mouth into the bloodstream, which carries them to the rest of the body.

Periodontal Disease May Cause Diabetes

Serious dental disease could lead to diabetes, according to American researchers. It is known that people with diabetes are more likely to have bad teeth. But the US study suggests chronic periodontal disease may itself increase the chances of developing Type 2 diabetes.

Save Your Life – Visit Dentist

More than just a pretty smile, clean teeth and gums are a sign of total body health. And those painful sessions with the dental hygienist could save your life, new findings suggest.
Most people know that the tedium of good oral hygiene — regular brushing, flossing and trips to the dentist’s office — reduces tartar, plaque, cavities, gingivitis and bone loss and helps the breath smell like roses.

If Bad Breath Remains After Good Oral Hygiene

But bad breath isn’t always the result of choosing the wrong mouthwash or toothpaste, a University of Iowa dentist says. The cause of bad breath might be the food you ate for lunch, out-of-control diabetes, or perhaps postnasal drip.
If you have a good oral hygiene and have a bad breath it can be halitosis. Halitosis is the medical name given to those who suffer from chronic bad breath.

6 Steps for Maintain Healthy Teeth



Oral health refers to the health of your teeth and your mouth. Maintaining good oral health includes keeping your teeth free from cavities and keeping your gums free from disease.