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Flossing Your Way to Better Dental Health (Infographic)



The banal floss is such an overlooked dental health accessory, although the greatest majority of dentists agree that regular flossing can prevent severe health issues such as diabetes.

The Time Bomb or Playing With Fire: Pneumonia Associated with a Dental Unit Waterline



The most recent article published in the British Medical Journal Lancet, highlights a very serious problem dentistry has been faced with for many years; contaminated dental unit water lines.

Water Fluoridation Does Not Help Reducing Cavities Risk, Research Shows



According to a new research, the fluoride chemicals that are added to the water supplies all across the US do not help reducing the risk of dental cavities.

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.

How to Treat Periodontal Disease at Home

The treatment of periodontal disease largely depends on how advanced the condition already is (i.e the level of infection of your gums). If the mere act of brushing or flossing your teeth causes your gums to bleed, then you may want to see a dentist as soon as possible.

Innovative Dental Technologies that Revolutionize Dentistry



Technology is growing and developing in all fields of industry almost with the speed of light. Innovative technologies in the field of medicine/dentistry are meant to make the work of the dentist much easier, but also to make the patient more comfortable during dental treatments.

Tips to Ensure a Successful Dental Implant Recovery



Dental implants have become more and more common in the last 20 years. In this time, more information has come about regarding the importance of proper care to make sure that they dental implant procedure is a success. Dental implants are posts made of titanium that are placed into the jawbone by a qualified professional. Once the post is in place, it will fuse with the bone through osseointegration.

7 Quick Tips to Avoid Bad Breath



Bad breath (halitosis) is an extremely frustrating condition that makes many people become secluded from social life. They are simply too embarrassed to speak in public or to get near someone out of fear the other person will sense the bad breath.

Homemade Natural Recipe for Teeth Whitening



People put too much pressure on themselves just to get their teeth whiter. Teeth appear whiter during childhood but as people grow older stains from food they take or even cigarettes have made their teeth darker.

Studies of Fluoride Supplements: No Evidence of Safety – No Benefit Either



According to the Cochrane Oral Health Group, fluoride supplements fail to reduce tooth decay in primary teeth, permanent teeth cavity-reduction is dubious and health risks are little studied (1). Further, “When fluoride supplements were compared with topical fluorides or with other preventive measures, there was no differential effect on permanent or deciduous teeth,” write Cochrane researchers Ismail et al, reports the New York State Coalition Opposed to Fluoridation, Inc. (NYSCOF).

Eat & Drink Right: Foods that are Good for Dental Health



If you manage to follow a healthy diet, your teeth and gums will stay perfectly healthy too. Depending on what you usually eat or drink, your teeth might look stained, might loose from their strength and you might even struggle with bad breath complications.

The Human Form of Mad Cow Disease Linked to Tooth Decay



According to some recent studies led by Welsh researchers, the mad cow disease of human form could be directly linked to tooth decay. They further bring up a hypothesis according to which during the early 80′s, people have become infected with the incurable disease, because they have eaten meat that was contaminated.

Insurance Companies Force Dentists to Work Cheaper, New Bill



The discounted rates on dental services have brought about disputes between the Florida Dental Health Association and some major insurance companies on the market. The seed of the fight is centering on patients who exhaust their coverage limits on insurance, but still need additional treatment.

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.

Brave New York City Legislator Introduces Bill to Stop Fluoridation



On January 18, 2011, NYC Council Member Peter Vallone, Jr. introduced legislation (Int 0463-2011) “prohibiting the addition of fluoride to the water supply.” Fluoride chemicals are added to NYC’s water in a failed effort to reduce tooth decay.

Why Dentists are Dentists: The True Story



Dentists: I decided today, after many years of observation and thought, that I now know why dentists become dentists.

No, it is not because their deep down desire is to spend their life in peoples’ mouths. I mean, really.

Methods and Techniques of Green Dentistry



Those who aren’t practicing green dentistry should be because they owe it to their planet, their employees and their patients. That is what green dentistry is all about. It will help to make the planet we live on a better place.

Tongue Frenum and the Frenectomy



The frenum is a muscle or a flap of the tissue that connects the tongue or the lips of the cheek to the jaw. The frenectomy is performed to remove this flap of tissue.

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?

Health Ministry Finds that Fluoridation Does Not Reduce Tooth Decay

Statistics from a study conducted by the New Zealand Ministry of Health suggest that there are no advantages derived from fluoridation. These statistics actually match similar arguments set forth by the American Dental Association.

Lindsay Lohan’s Mother Launches Eco-Friendly Toothbrush



Lindsay Lohan’s mother Dina is launching her own environmentally-friendly toothbrush in a bid to raise awareness about water conservation. Created by UTC Aquafree, the toothbrush works on a cartridge system that supplies liquid toothpaste to the brush head.

Study Finds Bib Chain Potential Source of Bacteria

Surveys show that bib chains and clips are on the radar as potential sources of contamination. A bib chain can ‘grab’ onto hair or accumulate patient’s sweat, make‐up, hair products, neck acne, dermatitis, etc in the crevices and inaccessible areas of the holder.

Hot Dental News for Sunday, March 7

Dental health study gives New York ‘C’. Interfaith Clinic teaches kids dental hygiene. Iowa Starts Dental-Only Coverage Plan for Kids. When it comes to fluoride, education is better than medication.

10 Most Healthy Foods for Teeth



We eat and we think that food affects our teeth badly. And we are right. But, are there any foods that help keeping our teeth healthy? Is there anything that not only keeps but makes our teeth look and be better? Of course there are such products, and this article is made to describe them.

Swimmers Teeth And Dental Problems

With the Olympics just recently completed, everyone I know had something to say about Michael Phelps and his amazing run of eight gold medals. You can only imagine the thousands of hours he spent in the pool training for this moment. With that in mind, it got me thinking about my eight-year-old son, Parker, and an interesting situation that developed due to his love of the water.

High-Pressure Tooth Spray: Clean Teeth With Water

Cars have been cleaned for years using high-pressure hoses that rely on water droplets moving at high speed to displace dirt. A number of people have thought of trying the same idea with teeth to remove food, bacteria and plaque from the teeth.

Tips and Techniques for Eliminating Bad Breath

Millions of people suffer with bad breath. The good news is that with proper understanding and proper dental care bad breath can be virtually eliminated! Bad breath or halitosis usually originates from certain foods we eat or bacteria in our mouths that feed on left over food particles. Find out these easy tips and techniques for preventing and eliminating bad breath.

10 Foods For Protecting Your Teeth And Gums

A beautiful smile and healthy mouth actually can come from in addition to regular brushing and flossing a daily diet that does not lack the essential vitamins and minerals that make vital contributions to a persona’s oral health. Many people overlook the importance of good nutrition in keeping their smile beautiful and their mouth healthy. Find out 10 foods for making your smile more healthy and beautiful