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Why American Children Have Rotting Teeth



In America, 16 million low-income children on Medicaid do not receive routine dental care.

Gum Disease Not Responsible for Heart Complications: AHA Report



The American Heart Association managed to stir quite a controversy in the medical field, by releasing a statement according to which there is actually no evidence available that gum disease causes stroke or heart disease.

The Water Flosser: Clean Between the Teeth and Massage Gums



Flossing the teeth with the string floss is not the favorite dental hygiene procedure of the majority of the patients, and dentists agree with this statement. However, dentists highlight that flossing is even more important than brushing the teeth.

Heart Disease Patients Struggle with Poor Oral Health, Study Shows



It has already been scientifically proven that patients who suffer from diabetes, kidney disease complications or the smokers are at high risk of developing periodontal disease. However, scientists wanted to see whether heart complications do have a direct effect on oral health.

Who Fears Dentist the Most?



An ongoing study by the researchers from the University of Sidney shows that women in their 40s represent that age group which fears the dentist the most. It is already the 5th year when the researchers are trying to figure out who’s afraid of the dentist the most, and here are some of the main findings.

Life Threatening Blood Clots May Be Caused by Dental Plaque Bacteria

According to the results of a new research, the oral bacteria that enter the bloodstream can be responsible for the life threatening blood clots, which might lead to endocarditis. Scientists who presented their work at the Society for General Microbiology at the Spring Conference in Dublin, say that further research is needed in order to come up with new drugs that will help cure infective heart disease.

Non-Dental Diseases your Dentist can Help Diagnose



The greatest majority of people go to the dentist because they have got dental health issues. They need an extraction, a filling, a dental implant, a root canal treatment or custom made braces. However, a recent study shows that approximately 20 million Americans did not see their regular doctor when something else was wrong with their health. They went on to see their their dentist.

U.S. Dental Health Crisis: Findings & Key Points



Quite recently, Bernard Sanders, Subcommittee on Primary Health and Aging U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions, has issued a report on the dental health crisis of America.

Professional Dental Cleanings Help Decrease Heart Attack



According to a recent study, there is enough evidence to prove that having healthy teeth and gums increases the chances of avoiding heart disease complications. Unfortunately however, there are currently quite a lot of residents of Utah who cannot afford even a simple procedure such as professional dental cleaning.

Dental X-rays Help Preventing Stroke & Heart Disease

The Dental X-rays basically take a photograph of the bone, of the tooth and of the soft tissue surrounding it. With the help of these, dentists are able to tell immediately whether there is an infection in the pulp of the tooth, or whether the patient doesn’t have enough bone for that dental implant procedure.

Study of Oral Health in Indian Reservation: 90 Percent Suffer Tooth Decay



Forty percent of children and nearly 60 percent of adults on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota suffer from moderate to urgent dental needs, including infections and other problems that could be life-threatening, according to a study released today at the 68th annual National Congress of American Indians conference being held in Portland.

Gum Disease and Diabetes Oral Health Care



Patients struggling with diabetes or any type of gum disease should always focus on a proper dental hygiene. A recent study published in the “British Dental Journal” states that proper oral health care actually lessens the risk for diabetes patients to develop other health complications such as oral cancer, or heart disease.

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.

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.

Dental Professionals Offer Free Dental Care for Uninsured



On June the 18th, a free dental care day event will be held in Miami-Dade area. The event is called Share the Smiles Dental Health Day. Dental professionals from Towncare Dental offices, who are basically serving patients in neighborhood dental practices throughout Florida, join their forces and offer free dental services for people who cannot afford them.

Genetic Testing to Prevent Gum Disease Complications



The University of Michigan School of Dentistry has partnered up with Interleukin Genetics Inc. in order to conduct a breakthrough study. This study will use genetics as an underlying factor that makes possible to detect and predict the risk of gum disease appearance.

Untreated Gum Disease Can Easily Lead to Stroke and Heart Attack



In the past several years there have been used many theories to try and explain the fact that gum disease problems are associated with heart complications. One of these theories says that the bacteria that can be found in the mouth actually enter the bloodstream, and they attach to the plaques of fat on the arteries that can be found around the heart.

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.

Compounds Found in Dental Plaque May Help to Reduce Salt Use



A team of researchers suggests the compounds, found in dental plaque, could help food manufacturers slash the amount of salt used in pre-prepared meals. Scientists at the University of Nottingham have found that compounds called dextrans can trick the human brain into thinking food is saltier than it really is.

Top 7 Myths About Dental Implants



Dental implant surgery has more than 50-year old history. During this time they held enough tests, operations with negative consequences and a lot of mistakes. That is why modern skilled professionals can provide almost 100% guarantee on the result. Nevertheless, there is much distrust to dental implant procedure among patients. Let’s find out the most popular myths about dental implant.

Good Dental Health Important In Battle Against Heart Disease



The health of your gums could have a lot to do with the health of your heart, some experts say. A growing body of scientific evidence suggests a link between periodontal (gum) disease and a variety of universal health conditions, including heart disease.

Good Dental Health Lower Risk Of Having Heart Attack In Women



According to scientific research, there appears to be a connection between dental hygiene and heart health in women. A study conducted by researchers at the University of California at Berkeley School of Public Health found that women who visited the dentist regularly lowered their risk of having a heart attack.

Study Shows One Third of New Zealanders Need More Affordable Dental Treatment

According to a new dental survey, which examined the dental habits of almost 5000 New Zealander’s, an alarming 35% had untreated dental decay, 33% had untreated gum disease and 25% had experienced pain in their mouth, jaw or face in the previous 4 weeks. Government being asked to make dental care more affordable in the country.

Uninsured and Homeless Get Free Dental Assistance

Free toothbrushes to London’s homeless. Bella Vista Dentist Helping Area Families. Minnesota Dentists Extend Helping Hand to Children Needing Free Dental Care. Dentists donate time at state free clinic. Free dental assistance for veterans. Massive Weekend Clinic Coming to Music City Needs Eye Doctors and Dentists. Deer Creek Dental offering free dental services this Saturday.

Options for Avoiding Fear of Dentist and Dental Anxiety

The inability to make a dental appointment, lack of dental insurance, and financial problems are some of the reasons why people don’t get the proper dental care. Other reasons include that the people may not understand how important it is to follow the instructions of their dentist, and a lack of understanding of the option they have for treatment.

Gum Bacteria Can Cause Clots and Heart Attack

Researchers in the UK have determined that there is another reason for people to continue flossing and brushing their teeth. It turns out that the same bacteria of the gums that causes dental plaque may get in the bloodstream and cause clots that will increase risk of heart disease and heart attack.

High Cost of Dental Treatment and Fear Prevent from Dental Appointments

A recent study has shown that the high cost of dental treatment and fear of the dentist are preventing over than a third of people from getting their teeth checked in 5 years.

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.

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 Clinics Bring Services To Uninsured



Local doctors and dentists are offering their free dental services to people in the community who cannot pay for it. Dentists offer free dental work to children. It’s an effort to give check-ups to youngsters whose family has no dental insurance to hopefully prevent future problems. Free dental services for young people are being offered.

Celebrity Teeth: Jessica Simpson Doesn’t Brush Her White Teeth



You know when you go to the dental checkup and you feel totally guilty (and it’s right) when dentist ask if you’ve been brushing and flossing twice a day because you know you haven’t? Well Jessica Simpson says she doesn’t brush her teeth every day.

Obama Talks About Health Care and Dental Coverage



One third of Americans is without dental insurance. The lack of affordable dental insurance for poor people is revealed as serious risks for dental and overall health. Residents of Las Vegas asked questions about healthcare reform and dental care to President Obama at Nevada town hall meeting Friday.

The Perio-Cardio Connection, Relationship Between Heart Disease and Gum Disease

Gum (periodontal) diseases are chronic bacterial infections that affect the gums and supporting structures of the teeth and, if left untreated, can lead to serious health problems including heart disease.

Scientists Find New Clues to Bacteria Responsible for Periodontal Disease

A scientific discovery at the University of Louisville uncovers a new mechanism how P. gingivalis, a bacteria responsible for periodontal disease. The discovery could have implications for treating periodontal disease, an infection that leads to the destruction of gum and bone, causing tooth loss. P. gingivalis also is believed to play a role in heart disease, stroke and other major systemic health problems.

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



Cavities and gum disease may contribute to many serious conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases, and premature and low weight babies.

Vaccine To Treat Gum Disease On The Way

Up to 30% of Australian adults suffer from the wide-spread gum disease, which causes gums to bleed and teeth to fall out. The condition has also been linked with heart disease, stroke, adverse pregnancy outcomes, dementia and cancer. Australia’s leading biopharmaceutical company, has today announced that a vaccine to treat severe gum disease is being developed.

Dental Advertising: Should We Trust It?

Yet, the dentist has always been associated with pain. A visit to the dentist is never considered pleasant. The dentist has an ugly reputation, and he knows it. That is why, the profession is now warming to advertising as a method to improve the image of the dentist and increase business. But how much credence can the consumer give to such dental advertising messages?

Erectile Dysfunction Might Be Associated With Chronic Periodontal Disease

A deeper study into the subject can discover ways to find or prevent one disease by other disease symptoms. The same can be said about erectile dysfunction and chronic periodontal disease. First steps into the problem has already been done.

Dental Sleep Researchers Concerned that Weight Gain is Associated with Sleep Apnea

According to lead author Mark Brown, MD, Department of Psychiatry at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson, people suffering from more severe Obstructive Sleep apnea (OSA) may be more likely to gain more weight than those with less severe OSA over time.

Sufferers from Rheumatoid Arthritis May Ease Pain with Dental Care

According to a study appeared in the Journal of Periodontology, people can diminish any pain connected with the severe rheumatoid arthritis just by taking care of their dental health. It is possible to have less arthritic pain and not to suffer from swollen joints when treating gums in the right way.

Scientists Find Shared Genetic Link Between Dental Disease Periodontitis and Heart Attack

The relationship between the dental disease periodontitis and coronary heart disease (CHD) has been known for several years. Although a genetic link seemed likely, until now its existence was uncertain. Now, for the first time, scientists have discovered a genetic relationship between the two conditions.

Children With Heart Problems Visit the Dentist Less Often

Children with heart disease are less likely to visit the dentist, a small study concludes. The children in the study had congenital heart disease. This means they were born with their heart problems.

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.

Good Dental Care Cuts Risk of Heart Disease

New research reveals that a protein associated with inflammation (called CRP) that’s elevated in people at risk for heart disease may be found in infected gums.

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.