Teeth Whitening Products Can Damage Your Teeth
Latest studies show that an active ingredient in teeth whitening products can damage the protein-rich dentin tissue present beneath your tooth's protective enamel. The research is cause for concern because the teeth-whit...
Study Discovers An Oral Bacterial Connection To Alzheimer’s Progression
A new study claims that an oral bacterium advances the progression of Alzheimer’s disease or AD. Alzheimer’s is degenerative disease, a progressive form of dementia, and eats away at the brain of people susceptible t...
Do Electric Toothbrushes Have The Edge Over Manual Toothbrushes?
Brushing one’s teeth, with a manual or an electric toothbrush, is the most critical aspect of maintaining dental hygiene. Whichever toothbrush you use is a personal choice as both peels away the plaque and scrub off th...
Periodontal Pathogen May Interfere With Conception In Women
The onset of gum disease should be a red alert for young women trying to conceive as latest research shows that a common periodontal pathogen may delay conception. The study population comprising of women from southern F...
Gum Disease Can Cause Unforeseen Medical Problems
There is increasing evidence that supports the link between gum disease to many uncorrelated health problems including Alzheimer's, cancer, and respiratory diseases. Gum disease or periodontal disease is widespread and c...
The Sequence Of Mechanical Cleansing May Affect Oral Health
Mechanical cleansing is a dentist-recommended oral hygiene maintenance procedure. It easily removes dental plaque and also prevents the occurrence or reoccurrence of caries and periodontal disease. One of the most common...
Do Not Ignore Your Periodontal Health
Periodontal diseases are caused by bacterial infections of the periodontal ligament, which are fibers that hold the teeth and support them in the jaw, bone, and, of course, gums. A bacterial infection can destroy the gum...
How Methamphetamine Use Effects Dental Health
Regular methamphetamine users or addicts suffer from acute tooth decay and gum conditions known as “meth mouth.” The decay resembles early childhood caries and is indicated by teeth that are about to fall or break ou...
Periodontal Disease and Cancer Risk in Women
A study of more than 65,000 postmenopausal women has revealed that if they have a record of gum or periodontal disease they may be at a higher risk of cancer. The research is unique as the national study involved women, ...
How To Choose A Periodontist
Periodontists are dental specialists. They specialize in the surgical and non-surgical prevention, diagnosis and treatment of periodontal or gum diseases and the placement of tooth implants. They also perform cosmetic or...
