Regenerative dental fillings that allow teeth to heal themselves have been developed by researchers, potentially eliminating the need for root canals. The treatment, developed by scientists from the University of Nottingham and Harvard University, earned a prize from the Royal Society of Chemistry after judges described it as a “new paradigm for dental treatments.” The tooth filling works by stimulating... read more »

The mouth is home to more than 700 different bacteria species. Tobacco smoke, though, promotes the colonization and fortification of harmful species like Porphyromonas gingivalis. The immune system, then, has a much harder time fighting them off as biofilms begin to develop. “Once a pathogen establishes itself within a biofilm, it can be difficult to eradicate as biofilms provide a... read more »

People with diabetes are 1.46 times more likely to lose their teeth than healthy patients.   Diabetes patients are also more likely to lose their teeth earlier in life than people without diabetes of the same age. Furthermore, diabetics suffer more severely and more frequently from periodontal disease and dental caries, which probably increases... Read More Here

Dental care has been disconnected from general health care for many years now, but the more you start to think about it, the stranger it seems. After all, you don’t really separate any other branch of medicine so… why teeth? It all started in the 19th century, following conflicts between surgeons and dentists in England. The conflict was carried on... read more »

Approximately every 3 minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with cancer. Oral complications resulting from anticancer therapies like chemotherapy and radiation can significantly affect morbidity, the patients’ tolerance, and their overall quality of life. Is your office prepared to handle the unique oral care needs of these patients? In 1989, The National Institutes of Health had a Consensus... read more »

Sparkling waters, popularly received as a healthy alternative beverage, have their advantages. But many people do not know certain types can cause dental erosion. We know that certain foods and beverages are harmful to our bodies and our mouths. Sugary drinks have been linked to tooth decay, obesity, diabetes, depression and more; even diet drinks have been shown to have... read more »

Brushing your teeth may impact more than just your oral and heart health; it may have an influence over your brain and cognitive function, according to a new study. Research out of King’s College London and the University of Southampton has found that gum disease may be associated with faster cognitive decline among people with early Alzheimer’s disease. This isn’t... read more »

Great Britain will impose a levy on soft-drink producers and importers based on the amount of sugar they use in their products beginning in 2018, according to George Osborne, Chancellor of the Exchequer. The government expects to raise £520 each year, which will be used to fund school athletics. Read More Here

The ADA and 35 other health organizations have asked the Food and Drug Administration to be more diligent about requiring tobacco companies to obtain approval before introducing new tobacco products to market. Read More Here…

“The mouth is the doorway to the body, rather than a separate organ, and is the access point for bacteria to enter the bloodstream via the gums.” “It’s important to note that oral health isn’t just about teeth,” said professor Iain Chapple. Patients with chronic kidney disease and periodontitis have a higher mortality rate than patients with chronic kidney disease... read more »