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DENTAL HEALTH  

National Children's Dental Health Month is celebrated every February to raise awareness about the importance of oral health - especially the oral health of our children. The slogan for this year's National Children's Dental Health Month is "Fight Tooth Decay 24/7!"

Offering an overview of the risks and complications associated with poor oral hygiene in children; risks for developing oral lesions.

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 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.

If you have a young child, you're probably looking for ways to keep their teeth healthy. Learn a few fun ways by reading this article.

Oral health and hygiene are important to your overall health and reducing the risk for oral masses.

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

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

if you have been diagnosed with ROW, it is important to understand what long term health risks may be associated with dental care and oral hygiene

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.

Parents should include a visit to the dentist as part of their child's routine health examinations at the start of the school year.

Routine dental exams for your children are very important to their overall well-being.

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.

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.

Our oral hygiene has been shown to affect our overall well-being. During pregnancy, oral health can affect your unborn child. Here are some ways to keep oral disease at bay.

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.

This elaborates how diabetes can affect oral health.

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

People who suffer with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) live with an array of symptoms that range from mild to debilitating. The obvious effects of RA are on the joints of the the hands, wrists, knees and feet. Less well known are the myriad effects on oral health.

this article explains how some medical conditions can affect your oral / dental health

If you aren't practicing good oral hygiene you're opening the door to dental problems that isn't easy to close. Periodontal Disease is a bacteria infection that affects the gums and bone that support the teeth.

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

The most significant preventive measure used to prevent the health problems caused by tobacco use is to stop using tobacco products. The risk of developing oral cancer drops rapidly when a smoker ceases tobacco use.

Diabetics are at a greater risk for dental disease than non-diabetics. This article takes a look at some common dental problem diabetics may develop and preventative measures.

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?

Cancer treatments can have unpleasant side effects One of the side effects is soreness and/or dryness of the mouth.

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.

General guidelines recommend that your child have a dentist visit by the age of three, or even younger. This article uses personal experience to highlight dental health and finding a pediatric dentist.

Many people often wonder when they should start looking for a dentist for their child.

Lesson plan over teeth

If you are considering oral reconstructive surgery, it is important to ask your surgeon about the risks and benefits associated with GTR and use of bioresorbable devices

Hormonal changes can cause dental problems during pregnancy, but good dental care can help avoid dental emergencies.

Dental hygienists are important members of the dental health care team who work with dentists in the delivery of dental care to patients.

A new study of low-income New York City adolescents found that when it comes to dental hygiene Hispanics are better off.

It's long been known that those with diabetes are more prone to developing gum ailments but now research has pointed to the fact that gum disease could be a direct factor in developing type 2 diabetes.

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.

It is high time that someone with some influence introduce some legislation to revamp dental insurance

Dog's dental care is connected to a dog's health. Plaque builds up and hardens on a dogs teeth leading to bad breath, gum disease and more.

"... 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?"

For disabled children, it is important to establish oral health early in life, even before age one.

The Waterpik W-100 Ultra Dental Water Jet is an extraordinary device that enhances the oral hygiene. Though it comes at an extra cost than the earlier models, it is worth it.

You can hardly get around in today's world without knowing a little something about dental and health insurance. Unless you're independently wealthy (and who is?), you want to have dental and health insurance.

Dental discount plans can often save hundreds of dollars (or more!) if you have major unforeseen dental expenses. They also have other advantages: few limits or maximums, no waiting period, no submitting bills for claims, etc.

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

Like doctor bills, dental bills can also be costly for those without insurance, but with an individual dental insurance plan you can cut down on your dental bills and get the dental work you need.

Pediatric Dentistry of Southern Maryland is located off Route 5 (Three Notch Road) in Charlotte Hall, MD.

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

For the elderly population, it is vitally important that oral health be maintained to ensure long term physical health. The use of fluoride gels with buffering agents may prove effective.

Malocclusion is an oral health complication that can lead to complications involving infection and an inability to feed and chew normally. For children with Down syndrome, malocclusion can lead to greater health complications

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.