Estimates show about 1.1 million men and women suffer for eating disorders in the UK. This figure is even thought to be higher since many people with eating disorders keep the problem secret. A study done by University of Bergen in Norway, showed that patients who suffer from eating disorders, such as Anorexia and Bulimia, … Read more
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums. This commonly occurs because of films of bacteria that accumulate on the teeth which is called plaque. A person who has gingivitis will normally have red and puffy gums. Their gums will most likely bleed when they brush their teeth. Generally, gingivitis can be resolved … Read more
A study, published in the journal Microbiology suggests that Stripping some mouth bacteria of their access key to gangs of other pathogenic oral bacteria could help prevent gum disease and tooth loss. Oral bacteria called Treponema denticola frequently gang up in communities with other pathogenic oral bacteria to produce destructive dental plaque. This bacterial access … Read more
Preventive dental care is the number one way to prevent tooth decay in children. Primary (Baby) teeth are week and can quickly be destroyed by sugar and decay, causing pain and discomfort associated with tooth decay. However prevention is the key to avoiding dental decay and high cost dental care. Helpful preventive dental care tips: … Read more
Though the word is getting out about baby bottle tooth decay there are still many people that are unaware of the dental hazard that baby bottles can have on baby teeth. Some parents may put sugary liquids in bottles or dip pacifiers in sugar to make them more appealing to their baby. However … Read more
Did you know you can spread dental decay to your child? Though poor diet and hygiene patterns, adults can develop cavities. If the adult has a history of cavities, they can then pass the destructive oral bacteria on to their children. However research does show that once parents are aware that they can spread tooth … Read more
Good dental health care habits are learned at home. Emphasizing the importance of oral health to your child early on will help keep your child’s teeth health for a life time. Dental tooth decay is the second most common childhood illness and it is preventable with proper dental health care habits. A child should … Read more
Study on the possible long term effects of using partial dentures. There are advantages of having partial dentures such as the appearance, function and cost. However according to dentists in China dental lab there are possible long term effects that one should be aware of. Partial dentures has a long-term potential to cause … Read more
For many dental insurance companies dental implants fall under a cosmetic dental service or cosmetic dentistry. The problem is that many dental insurance will not cover or offer benefits for this type of dental service. One reason why that is the case, is that a general dentist normally do not provide implant services. In order … Read more
Insurance Program. In a study done by Joanna Bisgaier, MSW, from the Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Dentists in the USA are much more likely to offer an appointment to children with private health insurance than those in the combined Medicaid/CHIP. Out of 170 paired calls to 85 dental practices, 41 of them … Read more
Your card has a Medicare Number that’s unique to you, instead of your Social Security Number. This helps to protect your identity.
When you’re enrolled in Medicare, you’ll get your red, white, and blue Medicare card in the mail. If you’re automatically enrolled, you’ll get your red, white, and blue Medicare card in the mail 3 months before your 65th birthday or your 25th month of getting disability benefits. Your Medicare card shows that you have Medicare … Read more
Dentists warn consumers about the safety of tooth whitening, now being offered at many beauty salons and clinics. The risk of teeth whitening procedure is manifold when it is performed by unqualified staff. The BDA and the General Dental Council have both reiterated that tooth whitening should be carried out only by registered dental practitioners.
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A study done by Faculty of Dentistry at Malmö University that followed a cohort of dentists throughout their adult lives, show that our jaws decreases with age. The study showed that over forty years there was less and less room for teeth in the jaw. This crowdedness comes from shrinkage of the jaw, primarily the … Read more
In Ontario 45% of people 65 and older did not see a dentist in the last year. Studies show a lack of regular dental care increases their risk of chronic diseases and a reduced quality of life. Poor oral health can contribute to many serious medical conditions as well as affect a person’s ability to … Read more
The Internal Revenue Service supplies your tax filing status, your adjusted gross income, and your tax-exempt interest income to the Social Security Administration to determine if you have an income related monthly adjustment amount (IRMAA). The Social Security Administration will add your adjusted gross income together with your tax-exempt interest income to get an amount … Read more