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DENTAL CARIES  

Xylitol is a white substance that tastes like sugar. Testing confirms that Xylitol reduces tooth decay in people who are prone to dental cavities.

According to the American Dental Association, some people may not benefit from professional fluoride treatments.

The more dentistry expands and improves, the more society pressures dentistry to treat the classic dental problem, tooth decay.

Today, tooth decay has become less of a problem for children. During the last twenty years, tooth decay (cavities) has dropped by 50%.

They may not have any teeth yet, but infants and toddlers can still get cavities and gum disease. It's important for parents to begin good dental hygiene for their child at a young age to prevent "bottle mouth" in infants and cavities in baby teeth.

"... you take your child to a Pediatrician and not your own primary-care Doctor. So why would you not take your child to a Pediatric Dentist, instead of your own General Dentist?"

Although teens seem to obsess over their appearance, eighty four percent of them have cavities and sixty four percent have gum disease. By using unusual techniques and a little psychology, parents can tip the odds in their teen's favor when it comes to dental health.

Every time you eat food is trapped and any fementable carbohydrate like sugar is changed to acid by resident plaque bacteria that the brush cannot reach. Acid demineralises tooth and saliva access can neutralise acid and repair demineralised tooth.

Caries is the most common disease of childhood. Nearly half of all 4-year-old children have at least one cavity. Dentists and physicians recommend early dental visits.

Find out, in simple terms, about what causes tooth decay and how it should be treated.

With 80% of all dog's suffering from some sort of oral hygiene related disorder, understanding the nature and signs of dental caries may provide the solution for preventing future health related expenses.

For children who are born with the genetic disorder known as Robinow syndrome, there is a risk for developing complications of dental and oral health.

Offering an overview of the impact poor oral health has upon the premature children, children of low birth weight or children with chronic health complications.

Confectgionary manufacturers long associated with tooth decay can now develop sugarless confection to chew before eating to prevent food bing trapped and changed to acid while eating every meal or snack.

Thirty years after fluoride, tooth decay is still the most common and the second most costly diet-related disease in Australia with an economic impact comparable with that of heart disease and diabetes

The human endocrine system plays an important role in the regulation of the oral cavity. One endocrine disorder which has a tremendous impact on oral health is that of diabetes. This article focuses on diabetes and its negative effect on the oral cavity.

Dental insurance companies recognize the relationship between oral health and general health.

Need to go to the dentist, but worried about the money? One option is to find a dental school willing to take you on as their guinea pig. Actually, many dental schools offer higher quality service than regular dentists.

There are so many childrent that don't have the opportunity for proper oral health care. Take a look at what has transpired to change that.

Deamonte Driver died as a result of an infection from a tooth abscess raising a firestorm of discussion and finger pointing. Who is ultimately responsible for the oral hygiene of a child?

For cardiac valve surgical patients, the impact of dental health may play a role in the development of endocarditis

There are many benefits that your pet can gain from proper dental care. Finding a veterinary dentist for your pet is not the easiest but these tips will help you find one in Texas.

For individuals who suffer from lupus, there is an increased risk for symptoms associated with TMJ and oral health complications due to connective tissue implications.

There is one in five Americans who fear the drill at the dentist's office.

Toothache can occur if the tooth gets decayed and the nervous pulp of the tooth gets damaged. There are various homeopathic remedies to combat tooth decay and give relief to the toothache.

Scientists developed candy that is actually good for your teeth. Instead of causing cavities, the candy actually kills off the bacteria responsible for tooth decay. Are there other tasty treatment methods on the horizon?

Grand Rapids, Michigan was the first city to add fluoride chemicals into community water supplies in 1945. The statistics provided by this experiment failed to prove fluoridation reduces tooth decay.

Freshen your breath, help prevent tooth decay and cavities and whiten your smile!

Dentistry is always changing. Dental conventions are an important and fun way that dentists and associated professionals stay up to date.

Tooth decay causes holes in teeth take precautions before the holes take control of your whole well being!

Whether due to age, bad diet, an accident, or else some kind of ailment, many people lose their original adult teeth. A team of scientists in Canada have developed a new way to literally regrow teeth.

In dogs, just like in humans, oral health problems can include tooth decay, cavities, periodontal disease, abscesses and tooth loss. The good news is that by taking care of your dog's teeth many of these potential problems can be prevented.

Ashland's own "rock 'n roll" dentist specializes in cosmetic dentistry and family practice.

Is fluoridation causing the rise in tooth decay?

Supertooth Plaque Watch online home/school project helps develop tooth care skills to remove trapped food from between teeth and inside grooves on chewing surfaces where the brush cannot reach and almost all cavities develop.

Think of dental insurance as a gamble with low odds and rules that benefit the house. Know what you are getting and how your insurance plan works.

Good dental health will help your cat or dog live longer and be healthier. If you think that your pet may have a dental problem due to odor or their behavior, please speak with their vet.

Television shows like "Extreme Makeover" demonstrate how modern dental techniques can improve appearance. Improved appearance can help to increase self-esteem.

Displeased with the service I received at a dentistry for my daughter's first dental appointment, I decided to look elsewhere for her 6 month check up

Some of the techniques that turn back the dental clock are very simple and inexpensive. Tooth colored fillings can replace aging silver ones. Then, you may decide to whiten your teeth.

Fluoride, added to water supplies to prevent cavities, causes brittle bones and discolored teeth for some at low levels. The dose in water supplies is too high for infants up to aged one year and must be avoided.

Six agencies in the Chicago area were awarded a total of $50,000 by Delta Dental to raise awareness in oral health.

With more than 350,000 individuals suffering from Down Syndrome in the United States, parents must pay close attention to the oral health issues which impact DS children. This is an overview.

Xylitol extracted from birch wood & has forty percent fewer calories & seventy-five percent fewer carbohydrates than sugar. Prevents tooth decay, repairing tooth enamel, treating nasal irritation, helps diabetics & potential treatment: osteoporosis.

For men, oral health and mastication can be improved with fiber intake, in addition to limiting alcohol consumption and increasing exercise.

We've all heard that too many sugary foods are bad for our teeth and gums. But are there any foods that are good for oral health? Here are several such foods. You may be surprised what makes the list.

Each day, millions of Americans utilize toothpaste and mouthwash purchased in local drug stores. Are these items really safe

Many medications have unintended results called side effects. When medications cause oral health side effects, your dentist can be very helpful.

Tooth decay develops gradually over the years. 20 year olds probably don't realize the damage that is occurring in their mouth each and everyday due to their poor dental hygiene.

This elaborates how diabetes can affect oral health.