Author: Admin

20 Mar The Hidden Risks of Popular Veneers for Achieving a Perfect Smile

Posted at 08:29h in Lifestyle by Admin

Dental veneers are thin, tooth-colored shells that are attached to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. While veneers are popular, with influencers and celebrities sporting them, this dental procedure is not for everyone. It is mostly for people with cosmetic issues such...

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16 Mar Why You Should Be Seeing a Periodontist

Posted at 14:46h in Lifestyle by Admin

Periodontists are dental specialists who focus on the treatment and maintenance of the gums, bones, and other supportive structures of the teeth. Regular visits to a periodontist can be highly beneficial to your overall oral health and help prevent or manage a variety of dental...

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14 Mar Who should you trust to place your dental implant?

Posted at 14:42h in Lifestyle by Admin

Dental specialists and general dentists both play important roles in providing oral health care, but when it comes to placing dental implants, a dental specialist is often better trained and equipped to handle the procedure. Here are several reasons why: Specialized Training: Dental specialists undergo extensive...

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12 Mar Revolutionary topical ointment may treat and prevent gum disease without visiting the dentist

Posted at 14:31h in Lifestyle by Admin

A newly discovered gel that can be applied topically appears to block the receptor for a common pro-inflammatory protein called succinate that is regularly found in our bodies.  A new study led by researchers at NYU College of Dentistry and published in Cell Reports has...

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11 Mar Bacteria found in gum disease responsible for arthritis flare-ups

Posted at 14:21h in Lifestyle by Admin

Gum disease begins in the mouth but spreads to the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is just one of several diseases linked to poor oral health.   Periodontal disease, which affects up to 47% of US adults, is suspected to be linked to various adverse health outcomes, including rheumatoid...

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09 Mar Does Oil Pulling Actually Work In Preventing Gum Disease?

Posted at 14:15h in Lifestyle by Admin

Oil pulling is a traditional practice that involves swishing oil in the mouth for several minutes and then spitting it out. The idea behind oil pulling is that it can remove harmful bacteria and toxins from the mouth, promoting oral health and preventing gum disease. However,...

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08 Mar Treating Gum Disease May Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Posted at 14:08h in Lifestyle by Admin

There is some evidence to suggest that there may be a link between gum disease (periodontitis) and Alzheimer's disease. This link is thought to be due to the inflammation caused by gum disease and the subsequent release of inflammation-causing molecules into the bloodstream. These molecules...

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05 Mar Gum infection could be a major sign of heart trouble, researchers find

Posted at 13:53h in Lifestyle by Admin

Red, swollen and bleeding gums are a sign of gum disease, also known as “Periodontitis”.  Periodontitis can lead to many serious dental consequences from bad breath loose and painful teeth.  Current research coming out of Japan from the University of Hiroshima has linked gum inflammation...

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