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Dental Care and Work During Pregnancy

When you are pregnant you become susceptible to illnesses as well as many different oral health issues. This is mainly due to the increase in hormone levels, which can cause bacteria to accumulate quickly on the surface and between your teeth. So in order to avoid any risks to you and your baby, you need to take extra precautions.

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.

Dental Health: Dentistry for Women’s Special Needs

It’s not easy to be a woman. You should care about much more things then it seems. The same is about your dental health. Puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause – all of them seriously affect your teeth and gums. That’s why some important information is shortly described here to help you better take care of everything.

Avoid Periodontal Disease, When You Should See Dentist Immediately

Many researches and studies reported a great importance of periodontal care and recommended an evaluation with the periodontist if a person is experiencing any of the following symptoms that may be signs of periodontal disease

Free Dental Care Program for Expectant Moms and Infants

The PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program continues to partner with Sullivan County Public Health Services to deliver preventive dental care to expectant women, and infants, who have no other access to that care.

Women Has A Greater Risk Of Having Bad Teeth Compare To Men

American Academy of Periodontology said women has still a greater risk of having dental problems compare to men due to hormonal basis. According to anthropologist, the primary reason why women has poor dental health is hormonal and the increase of food intake during pregnancy.

Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Children Teeth Problems

The deficiency of Vitamin D during pregnancy can cause tooth decay problems and tooth enamel defects to their children, says study presented during the general meeting of International Association of Dental Research held in Toronto the University of Manitoba in Canada.

The Truth About Teeth Bleaching

Teeth bleaching is ideal for people who have healthy, teeth with no fillings, and healthy gums. Individuals with yellow tones to their teeth respond best. But teeth bleaching cosmetic dental procedure is not recommended for everyone.

Danger Of Dental Amalgam Fillings To Pregnant Women And Children

Consumer advocacy groups are pushing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to ban mercury used in dental amalgam fillings. Although a ban doesn’t look likely, the government may issue restrictions on amalgam fillings by next year.

Baby Teeth Are Important

Despite an overall decline in dental decay rates over the last thirty years, recent data highlight the need for more rigorous early oral assessments and prevention efforts, beginning with maternal education. A national survey revealed a 15 percent increase in dental decay among young children (ages 2 to 5). More than one in four pre-school age children have experienced the disease.

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.

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.