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Is Gum Disease a Marker for Diabetes?
According to a recent article from Medical News Today, researchers have discovered that severe gum disease, or periodontitis, may be an early marker for type 2 diabetes. Additionally, they also suggested that a simple diabetes screening procedure, involving a finger prick, could be administered at the dental office, allowing for early diagnosis and better treatment. […]
Sedation Success Tied to Children’s Traits
When a child has to undergo a dental procedure (other than the typical exam and cleaning), nitrous oxide inhalation sedation is often used to improve cooperation. However, this method isn’t always successful. Recently, a team of researchers set out to determine which children are better candidates for this form of sedation, and to try to […]
Fast Food and Your Oral Health
Did you know that over one third of American kids eat fast food at least once a day? That is a startling statistic, but not all that surprising. With a fast-food restaurant on every corner, and an increasingly hectic schedule, many people find themselves hitting the drive-through as opposed to preparing fresh food at home. […]
Research Finds Link Between Insurance and Dental Care
In an effort to link insurance coverage with use of dental services and associated oral health outcomes, researchers recently conducted a study in which they evaluated data spanning a period of 18 years. While their findings are not shocking (to me, at least), they can now say, without question, that those who were enrolled in […]
Teeth Tips for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and for those who have a sweetheart, you’ll want to be sure that you’re ready for it. Buying, or making, a valentine for your loved one(s) is a great place to start, as is stocking up on chocolates and teddy bears. But don’t forget to get your kisser ready too! […]
Despite Efforts, Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Are Still a Major Health Concern
Negative Effects of Too Much Sugar ***UPDATED: November 27, 2017*** New data analysis shows that consumption of sodas and other sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) has actually decreased for both children and adults between the years of 2003 and 2014. Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health examined data on 18,600 children aged 2-19 […]
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
Can you believe it’s already February? 2017 is just marching right along. The general population knows February as the “love month,” with Valentine’s Day right around the corner. But for those in the dental industry, the second month of the year also marks National Children’s Dental Health Month, an initiative that raises awareness of the […]
Genetics and Your Oral Health
Have you ever heard that oral health is genetic? My mom has always had issues with her teeth, and has required quite a bit of dental work as she’s aged. Whenever I’ve had an issue, I’ve always blamed her, or her genes to be more specific. But how true is it? Are some of predisposed […]
Study Claims Chewing Could Boost Your Immune System
Our teeth are pretty amazing body parts. Not only can they give us a beautiful smile, but they also help us with important tasks like speaking and eating. And according to a recent article from Medical News Today, our teeth can also help our bodies fight off infection. Scientists from the University of Manchester in […]
New Dental Implant Development Reduces Risk of Infection
One of the biggest drawbacks of having a dental implant placed in your mouth is the risk of infection. Scientists from around the globe have been tirelessly working to minimize this risk, and one team in Belgium has made a breakthrough. The researchers, a team from various departments at KU Leuven in Belgium, have developed […]
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