Periodontal diseases may aggravate pre-diabetic characteristics
Periodontal diseases may contribute to the progression to pre-diabetes.
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Continued improvement for NHS dentistry
The amount of dental activity commissioned by the NHS is continuing to rise, according to new statistics released.
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Treatment for 7,000 NHS Patients at Monmouthshire's New Dental Practice
The Beaufort Dental Practice in Chepstow is the latest in a series of new dental practices in the Monmouthshire area.
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Photodynamic therapy as alternative therapy for periodontal diseases may be beneficial
Alternative to antibiotics for dental care and treatment of periodontal disease may be more effective and less harmful.
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Does Tooth-brushing Cause Epilepsy Seizures?
Tooth-brushing may trigger seizures in certain people with epilepsy, and researchers say lesions in a specific part of the brain may be a cause in some people.
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Preventive Dental Care in USA
Children in states with State Child Health Insurance Program dental coverage and broadest income eligibility had a 24 percent higher likelihood of a preventive dental visit when compared with children in states with limited or no health insurance coverage for dental services.
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AAPD's Statement on Boy's Death Stresses Dental Care for Poor Children
Access to Dental Care, Insurance, Importance of Oral Health Programs Addressed.
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Treatment for gum disease could also help the heart
An intensive treatment for periodontitis (gum disease) directly improves the health of blood vessels.
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Tri-County Community Expands Dental Access for Local Children and Families
Volunteer dental clinic helps low-income and Medicaid patients receive dental care in Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago counties.
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Treatment for 12,000 Patients at New Llanelli Dentist
A new dental practice offering NHS care for 12,000 patients in Llanelli was officially opened.
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National Children's Dental Health Month
Encouraging proper oral health maintenance as part of daily health promotion and prevention.
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State Tobacco Program to Work with Dentists to Fight Oral Cancer
Offering free cancer test kits to Montana dental offices.
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Bloomfield Hills Dentist Loses License
The Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) has summarily suspended the dentistry license.
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San Mateo County Dentists Give Kids a Smile
Provide care and raise awareness of the importance of dental care for low income children.
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February is Children's Dental Health Month
Most children suffer from one or more decayed teeth by the age of three. Parents should pay more attention to children's dental care.
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Gum Disease and Diabetes in Older People Linked
Surveying people with diabetes about their dental hygiene practices and knowledge.
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Ogden Dental Clinic Doubles Treatment Capacity
Increased access to dental care at the new Family Dental Plan clinic in Ogden is now available
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Bacteria that Causes Severe Dental Decay in Early Childhood
New method may help identify bacteria that causes severe dental decay in early childhood.
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Orthodontic treatment may not help psychological health
A major study by psychologists and dentists has cast doubt on the assumption that orthodontic treatment improves psychological well being.
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Dental Researchers Test No-Needle Anesthesia, No-Drilling Cavity Care
Imagine having a decayed tooth repaired, painlessly, without drilling or shots of anesthesia to numb the area.
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Link found between periodontal disease and pancreatic cancer
Periodontal disease may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer.
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Swishing once a day with mouthrinse poses no harm to dental work
Even long term exposure to a mouthrinse containing essential oils has a minimal effect on the strength or surface of dental restorations of any kind.
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Calcium important for nursing mothers' oral health
A low calcium diet can harm the supporting structures around teeth and gums, especially for nursing mothers.
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Flossing Still Recommended for Dental Health Care
The American Dental Association recommends to brush twice a day and clean between the teeth with floss or interdental cleaners once each day to remove plaque from all tooth surfaces.
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Dental students increase access to free dental care
Students from the School of Dentistry at The University of Manchester are helping transform the provision of dental care in less well off areas.
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Fibers Used in Bullet-Proof Vests Quadruple Toughness of Dental Composites
Fiber-reinforced composites are so strong that dental bridges made with them can be attached with less invasive techniques to adjacent teeth.
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Impact of Gum Disease Therapy on Pregnancy
Treating gum disease during pregnancy does not improve pregnancy outcomes.
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Dental Care For Low Income People In Australia
While many people have trouble affording dental care, low income Australians are most likely to go without treatment because they can not get public services or afford private services.
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Better Oral Hygiene For Children
Families with young children are being encouraged to get into the habit of brushing their children's teeth regularly.
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A Positive Association Between Periodontal Disease and Coronary Heart Disease
Periodontal disease and coronary heart disease are widespread conditions; therefore, an association between good dental care and heart is an important scientific subject from a preventive outlook.
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'Meth Mouth' Can Leave Users Toothless
Methamphetamine is a powerfully addictive drug that can seriously damage dental health, destroying a person's smile and natural ability to chew.
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Temporomandibular Joint Disorder Can Be Hard To Diagnose and Treat
Symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder can include migraine headaches combined with oral or facial pain, teeth grinding or jaw popping.
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A Plastic Pill for Periodontal Problems
New treatment for periodontal disease that attacks bacteria in gums while also promoting healing and the regeneration of tissue and bone around the teeth is announced by Rutgers scientists.
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Salivary Melatonin May Decrease Periodontal Disease Severity
Salivary melatonin may play an important role in maintaining periodontal health.
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Immune Cells Can Be a Primary Cause of Bone Loss in Gum Disease
Immune cells are harmful in gum disease, the study gives a new understanding of periodontal disease.
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Imperative For A Vaccine Against Cavities
Possibility of halting dental caries epidemic is highlighted by this research on dental care.
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Orthodontics Isn't Just A Pretty Smile
Orthodontic treatment should optimize aesthetics, overall oral health, mouth function and long-term stability.
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Dentists Discourage Children from Consuming Too Many Soft Drinks
Dentists, pediatricians advise parents to discourage their children from consuming too many soft drinks to prevent dental disease.
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Hearing Loss and High-Speed Dental Tools
A summer study at OHSU explores dental professionals' hearing and ear protection habits to document the prevalance of hearing loss.
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Digital Cameras and Internet Ease The Pain of Oral Disease
New screening program effectively roots out toddlers' cavities.
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