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These Toothpastes Can Kill Before you brush your teeth, be sure to take a long hard look at the toothpaste you're using. You may be using a fake or tainted product that contains a toxic chemical. This was revealed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that warned against some brands of imported toothpaste that contain diethylene glycol (DEG), a poisonous chemical used in antifreeze and as a solvent. The FDA said...... Similar Editorial : by Stephen Bucaro. | Source : Dental And Eye Insurance
Your Guide To Dental Specialties Shakespeare once said that a rose by any other name would still smell as sweet. But that's hardly the case in dentistry that has a lot of specialties. The long list of oral health care providers can be confusing to consumers who may not know whether to consult an orthodontist, periodontist or endodontist for their particular problem.As a public service to my faithful readers, here are the...... Similar Editorial : by Rebecca Blain. | Source : Dental And Eye Insurance
How Cigarretes Cause Cancer How do cigarettes cause lung cancer? In addition to containing many toxic gases, the tar found in your favorite brand has a lot of cancer-causing substances (carcinogens) as well as cocarcinogens which increase the production of cancer cells. This leads to the development of small cell (oat) carcinoma, the deadliest form of lung cancer, and squamous cell cancer - both of which are usually found...... Similar Editorial : by Simon Mitchell. | Source : Dental And Eye Insurance
Feeling Your Way Through Dental Fillings Drivers are no strangers to potholes - those circular holes in the road that can make driving an unpleasant experience. These are common during the rainy season and cause slow traffic and bad-tempered drivers.To repair these holes, they're usually filled with asphalt - a brownish-black liquid material that hardens as it cools. In a way, your dentist does the same thing.If a cavity has messed...... Similar Editorial : by Judith Sloan. | Source : Dental Insurance Oklahoma
Qualities Of Good Dental Fillings You have a cavity that needs to be repaired. To do this, your dentist will clean the area and cover it up with a dental filling. But the choices are numerous: teeth can be filled with gold, porcelain or silver amalgam among others. Which one is best for you? Choosing the right dental filling can be tough and depends on several factors like the location and extent of decay, the cost of the material...... Similar Editorial : by drnguyen. | Source : Dental Insurance Oklahoma
Pros And Cons Of Gold Fillings Want to feel like a million bucks? Why not get a gold filling? Dental records taken from the US Civil War-era in the 1800s show that gold was the most popular and most preferred filling material owing to its strength and durability. Although other filling materials like tin and amalgam were present and less expensive, gold remained the "gold standard" in those days and other materials were...... Similar Editorial : by Jonathon Hardcastle. | Source : Dental Insurance Oklahoma
Disadvantages Of Amalgam Fillings Silver amalgam is a popular dental filling that has been used extensively worldwide for over 200 years. Almost everyone has one or two amalgam fillings in his or her teeth and up to 100 million amalgam restorations are placed in decayed teeth every year."The American Dental Association (ADA), the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and numerous public health agencies say amalgams are safe,...... Similar Editorial : by Sharon Bell. | Source : Tooth Veneers
The Lowdown Of Dental Fillings If gold, amalgam or composite dental fillings don't appeal to you, other options to consider are ceramics and glass ionomers. The former is made of porcelain and more resistant to staining than composite fillings. It can last over 15 years but can cost as much as gold. If the problem is below the gum line or if the patient is a child, glass ionomers can be used. These are made of glass and an...... Similar Editorial : by Judith Sloan. | Source : Tooth Veneers
Caring On Dental Fillings Now that your decayed tooth has been cleaned and filled, how do you take care of it? You don't need a degree in dentistry to look after dental fillings. All it takes is common sense. To maintain your fillings, simply follow good oral hygiene practices. Visit your dentist regularly, preferably once every six months, brush your teeth at least twice a day using a fluoride-containing toothpaste, and...... Similar Editorial : by Terri Seymour. | Source : Tooth Veneers
Q & A On Dental Implants ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS FOR YOU?If you have one or more missing teeth, which is true in over 50 million Americans, dental implants can help you just as it has helped over a million people worldwide.WHAT CAN DENTAL IMPLANTS DO FOR YOU?In addition to replacing your lost teeth, dental implants can improve your appearance, speech, and self-esteem. Unlike conventional dentures, they won't cause pain, slip...... Source : Tooth Veneers
Q & A On Dental Implant Surgery WHO CAN AVAIL OF DENTAL IMPLANTS?Although dental implants are currently used by over a million people worldwide, not everyone can avail of them. Only a professional implantologist can decide whether you're an ideal candidate for dental implants after a thorough evaluation of your physical and mental condition. He or she will carefully examine your mouth, teeth, and gums and may take X-ray...... Source : Tooth Veneers
Oral Cancer Deaths On The Rise Oral cancer is a killer. In the United States alone, there are over 22,000 cases every year and over 5,000 deaths yearly, according to the US National Cancer Institute. The emergence of oral cancer does not happen overnight. The slow but sure process is common in people between the ages of 60 and 70 who have been smoking for years, drinking alcohol heav?ily, and have a family history of the...... Similar Editorial : by Nick Johnson. | Source : Tooth Veneers
Seal Out Tooth Decay Proper brush?ing and flossing together with the use of fluoride can greatly reduce the incidence of cavities in children as well as adults. However, fluoride can?not reach the chewing sur?faces of back teeth. This is most evident in young peo?ple. But there is a simple way to solve that problem and preserve your healthy smile. All it takes is the use of dental sealants. Dental sealants work by...... Similar Editorial : by Patricia Woloch. | Source : Tooth Veneers
Preventing Periodontal Disease Do your gums bleed whenever you brush your teeth? See a dentist at once. You could be suffering from gingivitis - the first stage of periodontitis or periodontal disease. In this condition, the gingiva or gums become soft and swollen as a result of the buildup of plaque, a sticky substance that irritates the gums. People have bouts of gingivitis throughout life but those at risk include pregnant...... Similar Editorial : by Kim Beardsmore . | Source : Dentist Locator
Poor Oral Health Affects Billions Worldwide Dental cavities and periodontal (gum) disease are the two most common oral diseases, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Gum diseases include gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and periodontitis (where pus-filled pockets from between the teeth and gum) that affect many adults. Dental cavities, on the other hand, affect 60 - 90 percent of schoolchildren worldwide. "The burden of...... Similar Editorial : by Tony Dean. | Source : Dentist Locator
