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Snake Venom Derivative- Speeds Up healing of Wounds

Avatar — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:36:18 +0000

Snake venom is highly toxic to all humans but a special form of it that has been incorporated into dental glue has promising results allowing faster healing. Gingival Grafts are necessary for people who may have had some trauma as a result of accidents and dentists who have tried out the new glue have been noticing faster healing times compared to traditional suture closed wounds. It has been seen to promote faster tissue repair and thus allows patients to recover faster from dental operations such as grafts, implants and other necessary dental operations. The field of periodontics is undergoing rapid developments that have patients all smiles for they get the smiles they want when they want them.

Nano-Technology for dental care

Avatar — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 09:22:04 +0000

New research has Nano-biomaterials being considered for coatings for use in dental implants to make them stronger as they are biointegrated into the jaw. Clinical mobility is the failure of the osseointegration process by which bone grows into the gap between the bone and the implant itself. Under the microscope, researchers have found that traditional titanium implants are not totally biointegrated and that a very small gap is left which can get filled with bacteria or food particles causing infections. The use of Nano-biomaterials can make the osseointegration process better and give the implant more grip into the jaw making it as strong as natural teeth.

Gestational Diabetes in Pregnant Women and Gum Disease

Avatar — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:20:42 +0000

A link between the two has been established and pregnant women are advised to keep their teeth and gums healthy if they wish to avoid the disease. Glucose is a simple sugar that is needed by cells to function properly and the inability of the body to transport the substance to the cells can lower energy levels and other complications that can affect the health of the unborn child. The condition is temporary and usually ends shortly after birth and may be linked to the hormonal changes in the female body during pregnancy. This gives more emphasis on the need for proper dental care for pregnant women who would want to avoid the onset of the disease.

Energy Drinks – No Teeth

Avatar — Mon, 10 May 2010 09:19:32 +0000

The drinking of energy drinks has been found to be a major cause of teeth loss due to high levels of acid and hydrogen which are responsible for tooth decay and premature enamel wear. Certain beverages have a contradictory effect of lowering the pH levels in the mouth which suggests some benefit yet dentists agree that the excessive consumption of canned and bottled beverages can leave you toothless you do not follow their consumption with brushing. Energy drinks have been found to have high acid levels which can eat away the tooth’s enamel further advancing any tooth decay. Their growing popularity among people who live in the fast lane is indeed cause for concern so do brush regularly and it would be best to drink a glass of water to wash away any residue that

Poverty – Good Indicator of Insufficient Dental Care

Avatar — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 12:07:08 +0000

There is a good chance that Americans who are below the poverty level are not getting proper dental care. Most of these people cannot even afford proper health care and this has dental experts worried for there are signs that it is getting worse. The problems that have rocked the country’s health care system is rippling through all aspects of health care and sadly, dental care is one of those areas which are greatly affected. There are a huge majority of dentists refuse to treat patients who are on MedicAid simply because the return of revenue for them is longer and complicated with all the paper work and government red tape that has to be surpassed. They simply deny services without taking into consideration that they need immediate dental care. Most children who can’t afford dental care go through life with damaged teeth which affects self-esteem and other social interactive skills. The aim now is to get care to those who need it most like efforts by the ADA with their American Children’s Dental Health Month which is aimed to raise awareness for parents and lawmakers alike. Hopefully we stir them up enough that people demand their lawmakers for better more promising laws that aim to solve the problem.

Dental Tourism

Avatar — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:51:14 +0000

The Dental Industry is under strain with more and more patients seeking dental and medical treatment abroad which is not only cheaper but they get to go on holiday at the same time. This is the current trend with most patients opting for dental holidays as they get treatment for conditions that just cost too much back home. The savings amount to almost half the total costs and they get to experience other cultures as they get on their way to recovery. Packages can include concierge services with all expenses paid for in one go., These packages usually have dentists as part of the network as patients get checked as soon as they touch down then go on holiday. Several treatments can have them staying for at least a few months which would be nice if the savings are tantamount. A stiff warning though, have the dentist (foreigners) checked first through referrals from past patients or you could even have your personal dentist call them to ensure they are getting and doing the right type of treatment that is being seeked. Also, the medical and dental services may vary from country to country (most of which are in Asia) as well as the prices.

Death By Tooth Infection

Avatar — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:55:26 +0000

A dirty toothbrush can get germs and viruses into your bloodstream through an abscess or gum lesion which can cause ”>bacterial and viral infections. New technologies such as the toothbrush sterilizers/keeper use UV to sterilize your toothbrushes before and after use. When an individual is sick, viruses and bacteria can also go with the brush to the shelf preventing their total elimination from the surrounding. Furthermore, if a family uses one of those communal storage racks which are supposed to keep your family’s toothbrushes clean, it can become not only a spreading mechanism but a repository for these germs which can lay dormant ready to strike when your body’s resistance is low.

Dentists go high-tech with distance learning and education

Avatar — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 13:44:42 +0000

Dentists are among some of the most benefited from the technological revolution which has allowed patients who have had emergencies abroad get recommendations from their personal or family dentists at home through broadband video and audio. It has also allowed better education for dentists who are in need of constant training to keep up with current trends and technologies as their fields of specialty evolves, sometimes at breakneck speeds. They have distance lectures and education packages that are sent into classrooms with children in hopes of encouraging them to develop proper oral hygiene at an early stage. Dentist to dentist can do consultations with difficult or compounded cases where certain dentists excel in certain areas. All this allows better and improved understanding of the dental industry along with proper education and support from Federal agencies and social groups in making America smile a lot more.

Sterile Toothbrushes, who needs them?

Avatar — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:54:23 +0000

Well, apparently you do. Dentists and doctors have always emphasized that cleanliness is the key to good health. Proper hygiene with the body and the stuff you use on your body are essential to fight common ailments that plague most people. Toothbrushes are one of those implements that apparently needs regular sterilization for the mouth is one of the dirtiest parts of the human body. Some of the bacteria that come in food and the stuff we place in our mouth are quite harmless when they remain contained in the digestive tract which has the necessary protection to prevent them from causing harm.

Regular Dental Visits – less teeth problems

Avatar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 11:51:28 +0000

Regular visits (at least once or even twice a year) ensure that any premature wearing down of the chewing surfaces can be treated with sealants that prevent decay from getting hold. For protection when engaged inactive sports or activities that can get a tooth or even several teeth knocked out or damaged, mouth guards are a necessity but proper inspection, care and use should be practiced to prevent them from causing more harm than good. If one wishes to get the best fitting dental guards, they can be made specifically for your child with your dentist molding the guard on the child’s actual teeth. Off-the shelf ones come in standard sizes and are widely available in your corner pharmacy or in dental clinics all over the US.