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Oral Health Issues of Aging Americans Addressed on Capitol Hill
On October 4, the topic of oral health issues facing older adults was the topic of conversation at an event held by Research!America on Capitol Hill. The not-for-profit organization is the largest public education and advocacy alliance of its kind in the county, committed solely to making research to improve health a higher national priority. […]
Keep it Healthy This Halloween
October is here, and that can only mean one thing...Halloween season is upon us! Kids are pulling together costumes to assume the roles of their favorite super heroes/sports figures/princesses and parents are stocking up on the sweet treats to celebrate the holiday. As fun and festive as this annual tradition is, there are some concerns […]
National Dental Hygiene Month is Here!
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) has once again teamed up with the Wrigley Oral Health Care Program (WOHP) to celebrate the amazing work done by these dental professionals. For the seventh consecutive year, the two organizations collaborate on how to provide hygienists with a wide range of […]
The Truth About Dental Sealants
My dentist recently recommended dental sealants for my son’s teeth, and thankfully, knowing the benefits, we took his recommendation. But I know that many of my friends are in the same boat, and without a background in dentistry, they aren’t sold on the treatment. Many feel like it’s unnecessary and just another way for the […]
Receding Gums 101
One of the most common, and often unnoticed, oral health issues facing many adults is receding gums. Receding gums, or gingival recession, is when the pink gum tissue that typically covers the root of the tooth is pushed back. There are many risk factors associated with the condition, but age is a main one. According […]
Tooth Loss and Cognitive Decline
A recent study, published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, investigated the connection between tooth loss and physical or cognitive health, examining information from the Japan Gerontological Evaluation Study (JAGES) project. The JAGES project is one of the largest nation-wide research projects on aging, with more than 100,000 participants. By examining survey results, […]
Oral Health Benefits of Consuming Coffee
Great news for coffee lovers! There have been many benefits documented about consuming coffee, like protecting the liver, boosting metabolism, and reducing the risks of several chronic health conditions, like cancer, heart disease and diabetes, and now we can add benefits to oral health. According to a recent article from Dentistry Today, a recent study […]
Oral Health Tips For Cancer Patients
Did you know that more than ⅓ of all cancer patients develop issues with their oral health during treatment? Side effects can include mouth sores, dry mouth, sensitive gums, infection and jaw pain. It’s important to include your dentist as part of your cancer care team, considering the close connection between oral and overall health. […]
New Pain-free Anesthetic for the Dental Office
A promising new pain management treatment has been found to be safe and effective, and researchers believe that it can be successfully used in the dental office. The nasal spray Kovanaze was just put through a Phase 3 clinical trial, meaning it was given to a large group of people to confirm its effectiveness and […]
Oral Health and Obesity: A Genetic Connection
A recent study published in the Journal of Periodontology confirms that individuals with a high body mass index are more susceptible to developing gum disease. In particular, overweight or obese patients, especially men, who carry a specific genetic variant were at an even greater risk. Furthermore, it appears that those same patients may have a […]
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