Scientists from universities in Australia and Italy collaborated on a study of ancient human tooth remains, and announced in a recent article that they discovered hints of dental work performed by our ancestors.
Their conclusion, soon to be published in the gastrointestinal medicine journal Gut, is that there is a distinct link between the body’s ability to react to common organisms in the mouth
Those who experience consistent oral pain should visit their family dentist to make sure that the issue is not serious, as avoiding it could lead to long-term dental issues that get harder to treat over time.
Sensitivities can be triggered by many things like cold air, hot food or even toothpaste.
Fluoride is a naturally occurring compound, a derivative of the element fluorine, and can be found in plants and major water supplies.
Parents need to be on the lookout for any decay or bacterial growths as these new pearly whites come in, as developing mouths can be especially susceptible to infection.
The team, led by Dr. David Scott, sought to move away from traditional methods that target plaque buildups on the sides of teeth that patients are unable to remove with regular oral care treatments like brushing and flossing.
A research team from the University of Pittsburgh has developed a new treatment method that utilizes controlled-release tablets to target specific areas of the gum line affected by periodontal illnesses.
According to medical experts from the Athlone Institute of Technology in Ireland, an unlikely source of nutrition may be a key ingredient in the fight against endemic tooth decay: coconut oil.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced on September 4 that, according to its data, nearly half of all American adults currently suffer from a form of periodontal disease.
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