Posts Tagged ‘Pregnant women ’
Pregnant women urged to keep up to date with dental checks
You usually associate pregnancy with morning sickness, back pain and fatigue, but dentists are keen to alert expectant mothers to the increased risk of dental health issues. If you’re pregnant, hormonal changes that occur in the body can put you at risk of gum disease. Gum disease is not just a common cause of bleeding […]
Campaign Raises Awareness Of The Importance Of Folic Acid For Dental Health
A campaign to raise awareness of the importance of folic acid is underway; National Folic Acid Awareness Week will run from the 6th-12th January to educate people about the importance of folic acid for good health. Folic acid, a synthetic version of vitamin B9, is an essential nutrient, which has numerous roles in the body, […]
Dental Health Should be a Priority for Pregnant Women
Hormonal changes in the body during pregnancy increase the risk of dental health problems and dentists and public health experts are eager to encourage pregnant women to visit their dentist on a regular basis. Several studies have found a link between gum disease and complications during pregnancy. A study carried out by Dr Steven Offenbacher, […]
Columbia Basin Dentist promotes good oral health for pregnant women
A dentist from Columbia Basin is introducing measures to promote good oral health amongst pregnant women. Dr Alvin Thien, Columbia Basin Health Association clinics director, is focusing on pregnant women, as dental health is extremely important during pregnancy and many pregnant women avoid going to the dentist. Pregnancy increases the risk of gum disease and […]
Using mouthwash may help to prevent premature birth
A study has revealed that using mouthwash can help to reduce the risk of premature birth. The study, which was conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Pennsylvania, found that mothers who were at a high risk of giving birth prematurely could reduce the risk of early labour by two thirds by […]
Toothpaste chemical linked to brain damage in unborn babies
A chemical found in toothpaste and other toiletries has been linked to brain damage in unborn babies, a study has revealed. Scientists are worried after new findings revealed that triclosan can contribute to brain damage in the womb; the study found that pregnant women who are exposed to high levels of the chemical could be […]
Vitamin B can reduce risk of mouth cancer
Eating vegetables that contain vitamin B can reduce the risk of mouth cancer, it has been revealed. A study conducted by research teams from the Harvard School of Public Health and Columbia University Medical Centre monitored 87,000 nurses over a thirty year period; the study found that women who drank a lot of alcohol and […]
New dental programme set to help children and pregnant women
A new dental programme is set to benefit around 1,000 pregnant women and up to 3,000 children in San Bernardino County over the next three years. The programme is being funded by a 1.2 million dollar grant from First Five San Bernardino and will be run by the Oakland-based Dental Health Foundation. The foundation will […]
Parents urged to teach children about dental health from birth
Oral health is extremely important, yet many parents are unaware of the dangers of poor oral health and are failing to teach their children good oral hygiene habits. Children rely on their parents to look after their teeth and gums when they are too young to do it themselves and experts are encouraging parents to […]
New study confirms link between maternal gum disease and pregnancy complications
A new study has confirmed the link between oral health conditions and complications during pregnancy and childbirth. The study, which was conducted by a team at Case Western University, concluded that harmful bacteria can travel from the mother’s mouth into the bloodstream of the foetus. The study found that these bacteria can contribute to premature […]
