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Oral Cancer Imaging Device May Cut Out Need for Biopsy



In Texas, a team of researchers have developed a small handheld microscope that can be used to diagnose oral cancer and facilitate treatment during oral cancer surgery.

15 Ways to Destroy Your Teeth



The enamel on your teeth is the hardest part of your body, but even they can get worn down from years of misuse, neglect and abuse. Here are 15 ways to wreck your teeth that you want to avoid.

Bottled Water May be Linked to Tooth Decay in Children

According to spokesman on pediatric dentistry for the ADA (American Dental Association), Jonathan D. Shenkin, fluoride is an extremely important ingredient that promotes a healthy smile. It is important to brush the teeth at last twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste, visit the dentist every six months for a fluoride treatment and drink water that is fluoridated.

Effects of Drugs on Your Oral Health



Problems of the oral cavity can arise for an array of reasons, one of them being drug use. Both medications and illegal drugs can cause tooth decay, discoloration, and many other dental problems. These disorders at times can be long-term and irreversible. Thus, it is important to understand the potential side effects of any drug on your teeth.

Knowledge of Dental Patient’s Lifestyles ‘A Must’ to Improve Oral Health

A leading oral health charity has backed Government calls to ensure all health professionals take the opportunity to discuss a patient’s lifestyle.

The Importance of Having a Bright and White Smile



Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dentistry procedure through which the brown stains, the yellowish discoloration and any other color imperfections of the teeth is being removed. Today, a beautiful white and bright smile is the ticket to success when you are at a job interview, and it is also an important indicator that you are healthy and that you care about your appearance.

Early Childhood Caries: Oral Healthcare for Babies



Although it may sound unbelievable, even babies are exposed to dental caries, and each year there are thousands of such medical cases reported. Left untreated, the early childhood caries can cause several health complications. As a parent, it is extremely important to work out for your child a proper daily dental care regimen, which will be respected.

Fluoridation Secret Video Footage Released



Earlier this week there has been released a video taken with hidden cameras, clearly showing how fluoride is being dumped into the water supplies in Austin, Texas. There are some quite explicit parts in the video which show how the toxic chemical fluoride actually corroded the pipes quite badly.

Poor Oral Health Can be Passed Through Generations

A new 27 year research project suggests that mothers with poor oral health are likely to have children who also have poor oral health when they reach adulthood.

Poor Oral Health a Direct Effect of Obesity



According to a recent study, obesity strongly contributes to poor oral health. It has been also concluded that the higher the severity of the tooth problems the patient struggles with, the higher the incidence of the persons that have a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or even more.

Your Teeth’s Top 5 Liquid Enemies, and How to Defeat Them



When it comes to your oral health, there are quite a few substances attempting to erode and stain your teeth. Why are we consuming these substances if they are deteriorating our teeth almost immediately? You may be surprised to learn that stains and cavities on your teeth are caused by some incredibly popular drinks that many of you cannot make it through your day without.

Giving Back Smiles: One Free Dental Clinic at a Time



Dentist Brian Vaughn of Vaughn Family Dentistry knows firsthand just how serious lack of dental care can be. Dr. Brian has informed WorlDental.org about a free dental event that he hosts every year that helps people without dental insurance coverage to get the critical dental services that they need.

Useful Tips for Clean and White Teeth



Taking care of the natural set of teeth that you are born with is very important. Of course, during lifetime one will go through a few fillings, or restorative dental procedures, but even so, it is very important to stick to a proper oral health regimen. The following are a few tips that you can easily follow, and by following these habits, you will get cleaner, stronger and whiter teeth.

Avoiding Sugary Drinks Decreased Tooth Decay in the Youngest American Indians

A study conducted in four American Indian communities in the Pacific Northwest presents an effective strategy to convince mothers to switch young children from drinking sweetened soda to water and shows that eliminating these sugary drinks from the diets of the youngest members of the tribe significantly decreased tooth decay.

No One is Surprized That Fluoride is a Toxic Waste



Everyone knows that fluoride is added to our drinking water. They also add fluoride to our hatcheries, streams, lakes, oceans, and rivers. It should be viewed as toxic poison. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention consider the fluoridation of our water as one of the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century.

Sugar Free Treats that are Acidic are Harmful to Children’s Dental Health

A group of consumer activists in Sydney Australia have warned that although the treats that are sugar free may appear to be healthy, they are acidic in nature which may cause severe damage to children’s teeth.

Fruit Juice May be Bad for Your Teeth as Soft Drink



Many people try to resist eating sugary treats and drinking soft drinks in an effort to reduce tooth decay. As such, many people often reach for a glass of juice as opposed to a soft drink. However, the question is: Is fruit juice really any better for your teeth than the sugary soda?

Green Tea May Help Keep Gums Healthy

A cup of green tea per day may help keep gum disease at bay, a new study suggests. Researchers found that among middle-aged Japanese, the odds of having gum disease declined as the men’s intake of green tea rose.

Energy Drinks Are 10 Times Worse For Teeth Than Colas

The high-caffeine, high-sugar beverages that some teens gulp like water are three to 10 times worse for your teeth than colas, according to a study published in dental journal General Dentistry.

How to Stop Tooth Decay (Dental Caries)

Tooth decay is the same as dental decay. It is also known as dental caries. It results in a cavity in the tooth and if untreated can spread from the enamel (the hard outer covering of the tooth) into the softer dentine inside. Tooth decay is one of the most common health complaints in the world. It is particularly common in children and young adults, and rates have been fuelled by an increase in sugars in the diet, and poor dental hygiene.