If you’re dealing with dry mouth, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey by the Sjögren’s Foundation, about 73 percent of respondents said dry mouth had a moderate to major impact on their lives. While dry mouth can make it harder to eat, swallow, or talk, it can also significantly affect your dental health. People […]
Experts, including Ada Cooper, D.D.S., a consumer adviser spokesperson for the ADA, provided tips clinicians can pass along to their patients in order to maintain good oral hygiene habits. Data from an ADA Health Policy Institute report updated in 2024 indicated that more than 13% of dental patients may experience cost barriers discouraging them from […]
Fasting Helps To Improve Your Dental Health People who followed a short-term fast wound up with less inflammation associated with gum disease, researchers reported recently in the Journal of Clinical Peridontology. “Our study suggests lifestyle modifications could be important alongside proper tooth brushing for patients,” lead researcher Dr. Giuseppe Mainas of King’s College London said in a news […]
Serve the Right Kind of Crunch Potato chips are standard party fare, but they bring unwanted guests into your mouth. Chewed-up chips often settle in the pits of your teeth, giving cavity-causing bacteria the chance to make a meal from your teeth. Instead, put apples and pears on your fruit platter, and stock your veggie […]
However, sugar is not the direct cause of cavities. Nor is it a corrosive substance, like the common classroom experiment implies: In fact, it’s the tangy acid in the soda that softens the shell, not the sugar. Sugar, however, is a great energy source for the bacteria living in your mouth that can cause tooth […]
Scientists say baby teeth have a value beyond the payouts they get from the tooth fairy. By examining the layers in these teeth, they are discovering how exposure to metals common in the environment can affect both developing babies’ brains and behavior in adolescents. NPR’s Maria Godoy has more. MARIA GODOY, BYLINE: Baby teeth, […]
Nailing good foundations for good oral hygiene can help to eliminate issues before they get a chance to arise. How often should I see my dentist? The rate at which you should pay a visit to your dental practice can vary somewhat depending on your risk level for tooth decay and other diseases. Anna Middleton, […]
Do you have bleeding gums? It might be because of something simple, or it could be a sign of a health condition Common Causes You may have bleeding gums if you: Have gingivitis, a disease that causes inflammation of the gums Brush too hard or your toothbrush isn’t soft enough Just started a flossing routine […]
Regular dental visits are crucial to prevent and detect oral diseases. – Pearly Whites However, the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019 found that only one in 10 adults utilized oral healthcare in the last 12 months. The study, conducted with 11,674 adults in Malaysia, also found that 65.6% of them visited the dentist more […]
Cavities (also known as caries or tooth decay) are one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood in the United States. Left untreated can cause pain and infections that may lead to problems with eating, speaking, playing, and learning. Children who have poor oral health often miss more school and receive lower grades than […]