Question: I have a two year old that will need to start going to the dentist for dental check ups. I do not get dental insurance though my job only medical. Can I get dental insurance just for my son as I do not really need it. Answer: There are some dental insurance that will … Read more
Researchers find target to protect hearing during chemotherapy treatment. Scientists have found a new way to explain the hearing loss caused by cisplatin, a powerful drug used to treat many forms of cancer. Using a highly sensitive technique to measure and map cisplatin in mouse and human inner ear tissues, researchers found that forms of … Read more
Using fruit flies, NIH researchers provide molecular basis for theory of aging. A shorter life may be the price an organism pays for coping with the natural assaults of daily living, according to researchers at the National Institutes of Health and their colleagues in Japan. The scientists used fruit flies to examine the relationship between … Read more
Early and accurate diagnoses of these brain disorders is essential for developing treatments and identifying patients eligible for clinical trials. National Institutes of Health scientists developing a rapid, practical test for the early diagnosis of prion diseases have modified the assay to offer the possibility of improving early diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease and dementia with … Read more
Many people suffer with bad breath and although food can be a direct reason why some may have bad breath for the day what about chronic bad breath. Some reasons for chronic bad breath are: Dry MouthSmokingRoutine illnesses: such as colds, sore throats, coughs and sinus infectionsPoor Dental HygieneGum DiseaseTooth DecayChronic Diseases or ConditionsMedications … Read more
Generally speaking the cost to have a root canal and a crown can run as high $2000. In most cases the dentist is going to want his money at the time of service are render. So what are some options if you do not have that kind of money for dental care? You may want … Read more
A new ingredient in toothpaste, developed by dentists, called Novamin, can dramatically reduce teeth sensitivity. Teeth become sensitive when gum tissue recedes,or tooth enamel wear down exposing a tooth’s roots. Roots contain small holes or tubules that lead to nerves. Novamin plugs up the holes cutting off contact with nerves and eliminating pain.
Warning signs that you may have gum disease would be bleeding gums when you brush your teeth, or bad breath. Both of these conditions are indicators of gum disease and should be check by your dentist. Studies show that gum disease can provoke heart disease, stroke, diabetes and may worsen osteoporosis. Do not ignore the … Read more
One of the more common postoperative complication for a tooth extraction is dry Socket. Dry socket can delay the normal healing process and results when the newly formed blood clot in the extraction site does not form correctly or is prematurely lost. This blood clot lays the foundation for new tissue and bone to develop … Read more
By now many studies are showing that poor oral health care can effect your over all health. However studies are showing that poor nutrition and affect the entire immune system, increasing susceptibility to many common disorders. People with lowered immune systems have been shown to be at higher risk for gum disease (periodontal disease). Additionally, … Read more
Food and drinks such as soft drink, fruit juices, fresh fruit and yogurt as well as pickles and lemons can lead to irreversible dental erosion if not consumed in moderation. According to the Academy of General Dentistry’s dental erosion is the breakdown of tooth structure caused by the effect of acid on the teeth. Dental … Read more
With health concerns about fat and cholesterol many people are having more of a vegetarian life style. However there can sometimes be nutritional deficiencies that may reveal themselves during a dental exam. Many adults vegetarians are very knowledgeable about their nutrition and are able to maintain their diets in a proper fashion. However, children and … Read more
Teeth grinding or bruxism can be a bad habit that both kids and adults may have. Stopping such a habit right away is important in protecting your teeth. Grinding your teeth can wear your teeth down over time. Teeth grinding can also cause your teeth to crack and brake. Most often teeth grinding can be … Read more
Kids Dental Health, Dental Teeth Chart Please keep in mind that each child is different and tooth eruption times can vary from child to child. However, this will give you some idea of when your child teeth should be coming in by. Primary Teeth Development Chart When tooth emerges When tooth falls out Upper Teeth … Read more
Poor dental health has been linked to an increased risk for dementia. New research shows that in a study of more the 4000 elderly adult in Japan, those who had few teeth and who did not use dentures or see a dentist regularly had a significantly higher risk for dementia onset than the participants who … Read more
Dental disease is nearly 100 percent preventable yet fewer then 30 percent of people follow their dentist’s advice to brush and floss twice a day. People are dropping the ball with their at home dental care habits. In some state nearly 40 percent of people with dental insurance still do not regularly see their dentist. … Read more
New resources from NIH cut the confusion on dietary supplements. The new year is a time to set new goals, and for many people this means losing weight and improving fitness. Although these goals are best met with a nutritious diet and regular physical activity, many people may turn to dietary supplements for a boost … Read more