Dental health and your teeth
Good dental health starts early in your life with good habits for dental hygiene and regular visits at the dentist. Dental health, though, has nothing to do with how many fillings you have or how many (or few) teeth you have left. Dental health is about the condition of your teeth and gums right here and now. Even a mouth with only very few teeth can be healthy, if good dental hygiene is maintained. At the same time a mouth full of pearly-white teeth can be diseased and unhealthy if for some reason the oral hygiene is suffering. If you treat your teeth well, they will be your loyal partners for life.
Recent Posts
Premature babies grow smaller teeth
Research conducted at Malmö University’s Dental Faculty has proved that children born before the 33rd week of pregnancy will grow permanent teeth that are up to 10% smaller in size compared with other children. The research was conducted by orthodontist Liselotte Paulsson-Björnsson, who examined the permanent front teeth and 1st molars in 80 children aged [...]
Can periodontal disease cause premature birth?
Several studies show that there is a link between periodontal disease in pregnant women and premature birth. What is the link and how can you protect yourself?
Does oral bacteria cause multiple sclerosis?
Research points to an oral bacteria as a contributing factor to the development of multiple sclerosis. Results can affect the treatment of multiple sclerosis and provide new markers for disease activity.
How to take care of dentures
Many of the problems that denture wearers experience can be avoided with the proper care and cleaning. Here are three simple steps to taking proper care of your dentures.
Stem cells can help re-attach lost teeth
Researchers at the University of Illinois, Chicago have extracted and cultivated stem cells that can make lost teeth ‘grow back into’ the jaw.
Natural looking dentures – is it possible?
Have you ever met someone who you immediately knew was wearing dentures? It doesn’t have to be like that. These days dentures can be made to look so natural that only the trained eye can tell that they’re not your natural teeth. How?
Mouth rinse manufacturers might face prosecution
Manufacturers of mouth rinse products often claim that their products are effective against gum disease and plaque. But that is simply not true.
Can nanotechnology replace dental fillings?
Last week many media outlets reported that nanotechnology made a gel that can regenerate teeth and make dental fillings obsolete. Is this true?
Help for those suffering from dry mouth
A dry mouth can cause much frustration and pain for those suffering from it. What causes dry mouth and what can you do about it?
Most people have mercury in their blood - is it harmful?
A new report from the CDC shows that most people have measurable levels of mercury in their blood and urine. What are the dangers?
