Posts Tagged ‘gum disease’
Parents urged to start teeth cleaning in babyhood
Canadian dental experts are urging parents to focus on their baby’s oral health needs before they even develop their first tooth. Dr Sarah Hulland, a paediatric dentist and former President of the Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, said that research had shown that babies acquire the bacteria associated with tooth decay and gum disease before […]
Paradigm Shift in Dental Research
Dentistry is currently undergoing a revolutionary shift in the way dental caries are examined and treated. W.D.Miller first identified the bacterial basis of the cavity process over 100 years ago. Contemporary understanding shows that the development of cavities is a disease process with many facets. In some cases expert understanding of dental cavities, especially in […]
Routine dental check-ups could save lives
Most people view their routine check-up as an annual half hour appointment, but research is consistently suggesting that dental check-ups are extremely important for good general health. A routine dental check-up promotes good oral health, by allowing dentists to keep an eye on existing or developing conditions and enabling them to identify early warning signs […]
Jamaican dental experts urge the public to keep an eye on oral health
Dental experts in Jamaica have urged members of the public to take better care of their teeth and gums. Dr Irving McKenzie, Director of Dental Health Services in the Ministry of Health, said that it was important for people to realise the importance of good oral health. Gum disease and tooth decay are common health […]
Oral health still a major concern in Africa
Experts attending the Kenya Dental Association Scientific Conference have insisted that oral health remains a major problem in many parts of Africa. At the conference in Nairobi, experts praised recent programmes and projects, which have helped to raise awareness of oral health and improve access to dental care; however, they also stressed that there was […]
Rotherham residents urged to sign up with local NHS dentists
The residents of Rotherham are being encouraged to sign up with local dentists by NHS Rotherham. Almost 70 percent of NHS dental practices in the area are currently accepting patients, yet one in five local people have not been to the dentist for more than two years. Ken Wragg, consultant in public health, said that […]
North Dakotans postponing dental treatment
A large proportion of North Dakotans are postponing dental appointments and putting off dental treatment as a result of costs, it has been revealed. Rachel Gustafson, a dental hygienist from Valley Community Health Centers, said that the situation was worrying and urged people to attend regular check-ups. The centres offer a sliding scale fee system, […]
Fish oil may help to prevent gum disease
Research has revealed that eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids may help to prevent gum disease. The study examined data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey between 1999 and 2004; the study involved around 9,200 adults aged over 20. Researchers split the participants into three groups based on their consumption of omega-3 […]
Researchers investigate cause of gum disease in males
Researchers from the University of Maryland Dental School have revealed that sex hormones may be the cause of higher rates of gum disease in males. Men are at a higher risk of developing destructive periodontitis, an infection which affects the gums, than women and the research team conducted the first review of the development and […]
Woman given £10,000 after dentist failed to spot dental problems
A woman from Newcastle has been given £10,000 in compensation after her dentist failed to spot extensive dental problems. Victoria Walker visited her dentist in Newcastle for six monthly check-ups over a three year period and was never told that she had extensive dental health problems, including gum disease. Mrs Walker was only told about […]
