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Oral Bacteria to Blame for Blood Clots
At the recent Society for General Microbiology’s Spring Conference, held in Dublin, Ireland, scientists revealed their work on the correlation between oral bacteria and a life-threatening condition, known as endocarditis. The bacteria, scientifically named Streptococcus gordonii, are commonly found in the mouth and contribute to the development of plaque. Brushing and flossing regularly, as well […]
High-Fluoride Toothpaste to Fight Tooth Decay
***UPDATED: May 10, 2013*** The issue of fluoride, specifically of fluoridating public water sources, has been a hot topic in recent years. Despite nearly 50 years of research showing the oral health benefits of the mineral, controversy exists as to whether the additive is helpful or hurtful to the American public. Recently, new evidence has […]
Bottled Water Could Cause Tooth Decay
With Children’s Dental Health Month occurring last month, many recent stories in the dental care world have revolved around the rising rates of tooth decay in kids. Advice has been given about ensuring your children are brushing and flossing daily, visiting their dentist regularly, avoiding sugary snacks and beverages, but it’s not very often that […]
The Scoop on Saliva
Saliva and Oral Health ***UPDATED: November 15, 2014*** It looks like saliva as a more important role in oral health than we previously thought. A recent study has discovered that the mucus in saliva contains salivary mucins, a compound that actively protects teeth from the cavity-causing bacterium Streptococcus mutans. According to a recent Medical News […]
Chronic Heartburn and Dental Care
If you suffer from chronic heartburn, new research indicates that you should not only be concerned about your esophagus, but your teeth as well. The condition, gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD, occurs when the acidic contents of the stomach escape into the esophagus, often leading into the mouth, causing burning pain. The study, described in […]
Identifying and Treating Gingivitis
Poor oral hygiene can often lead to a number of dental health problems, many of which are often pretty painful. One of the most common ailments is gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums. A good way to avoid this issue, often caused by bacteria that accumulate on the teeth (plaque), is to learn about the […]
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