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Archive for the 'Dental Benefits' CategoryDental Benefits – Dental Health and Your Health.Good Oral and Dental Health care Plays a role in Heart Health. Daily brushing and flossing of our teeth and seeing a dentist regularly, is best advise for good oral and dental health care. However having proper preventive dental care habits helps not only our oral health but our overall health care. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Fluoridated Water is it Being Wasted.There are much better ways of delivering fluoride then having it added to city drinking water. The fact is the vast majority of fluoride added to water supplies is wasted. Over 99% of tap water is not actually consumed by a human being. It is used instead to wash cars, water the lawn, wash dishes, flush toilets, You pet drinking water and so on. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Fluoridated Water has Minimal Benefits.When water fluoridation began back in the 1940s and 50s, dentists believed that fluoride needed to be swallowed in order to be most effective. This belief, however, has now been discredited by an extensive research. According to the Centers for Disease Control, fluoride’s predominant effect is posteruptive and topical. This means any benefits that accrue from the use of fluoride, come from the direct application of fluoride to the outside of teeth, and not from ingestion. There is no need, therefore, to expose all other tissues to fluoride by swallowing it. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Bleeding GumsWhat Bleeding Gums are Telling You. If your gums bleed when you are brushing or flossing your teeth you should take note and talk to your dentist about your gum health. Bleeding gums are one of the warning sings of gum disease. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Gene’s and Gum Disease.Are you genetically susceptible to gum disease: Current research proves that up to 30% of the population may be genetically susceptible to periodontal/gum disease. That for these people, despite having good oral care habits, they may still be six times more likely to develop periodontal disease. Being able to identifying these people with a genetic test before they even show signs of gum disease, will help them keep their teeth for a lifetime. Read the rest of this entry » Aging and Dental HealthAging does not mean you have to lose your teeth: Many people still thing that tooth loss is a natural part of aging. By having proper oral hygiene/dental habits and be seeing a dentist regular you can maintain your teeth for a lifetime. However it when a person dose not have good oral hygiene/dental habits and do not see a dentist regular that a person can develop periodontal/gum disease which can lead to tooth loss. Perodontal disease is the primary cause of tooth loss in adults 35 and over. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Dental Health and CavitiesThe number of dental cavities in the average mouth is going down: People now have healthier mouths then ten years ago, on average e have fewer cavities and people are keeping their teeth longer. The decline in dental decay was larger in kids but the down wards trend is in every age group. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – The Risk of Dental X-Rays.British scientist warned back in 2010 that dental X-rays given to millions of Britons every year may increase the risk of of thyroid cancer. Researchers found that patients who had been X-rayed by their dentist at least ten times were more likely to develop the disease. They warn that X-rays should not be given at check-ups or when registering new patients and that dental X-rays should be only be prescribed when the patient has a specific clinical need. With rates of thyroid cancer more than doubling in 30 years, the scientists said that the potential dangers of dental X-rays were often overlooked. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Apples and Your Dental HealthApples Can Cause More Damage To Teeth Than Carbonated Drinks: According to a new study the high acidity levels in apples can damage your teeth if eat slowly. That drinks most often associated with dietary erosion, such as cola, showed no increased risk. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Fillings and Tooth SensitivityWhy a tooth can become sensitive after having a filling: For some people their tooth can become sensitive for a days to weeks after having a filling. There are many reason why this can happen but the most common reason is that part of the tooth and all of the dental decay must be removed for a filling to be placed. In some cases, this procedure can cause sensitivity in the tooth. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – How Untreated Dental Abscess can be Dangerous.Dental infections and dental abscess need to be address right away. Poison from the dental infection can cause death if left untreated and it spreads throughout your body. Just how dangerous a dental abscess is will depend on how soon a person seeks treatment. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Your ToothbrushChoosing and using the correct toothbrush for you: Having and using the right tooth brush for your is an important consideration especially when you are using your toothbrush on your teeth at least twice a day. Here are some tips when picking out your next toothbrush. Using a toothbrush that has soft bristles is suggested in order to prevent scratching and damage of the gums. Toothbrush heads come in many different sizes. Pick a toothbrush that best fits your mouth. Read the rest of this entry » Dental Benefits – Oral Health Care for Your Tongue.Oral health care at home does not stop at brushing and flossing your teeth. Many people forget about their tongue, however the tongue is a haven for most oral bacteria. By using a tongue cleaner you help to ensure proper and thorough cleaning of the accumulated bacteria, food particles and dead cells. Another reason to clean your tongue daily is that it will also ensure fresh breath. Read the rest of this entry » |
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