Not Just Brushing: 10 Ways to Start Caring for Baby Teeth
SATURDAY, Feb. 4, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Even the tiniest teeth can decay, which is why it’s important to take care of them.The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers some tips for caring for those little teeth, starting before the first one ev…
Learn MoreCuidar dientes y encías podría proteger al cerebro que envejece
JUEVES, 2 de febrero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Cuidar bien los dientes (cepillarse, usar hilo dental, realizar revisiones dentales regulares) es, por supuesto, importante para una buena salud. Ahora, los investigadores señalan que también es esencia…
Learn MoreCaring for Teeth, Gums May Safeguard Aging Brains
THURSDAY, Feb. 2, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Taking good care of your teeth — brushing, flossing, regular dental checkups — is, of course, important for good health. Now researchers say it’s also vital for brain health.While it was already clear that …
Learn MoreSleep Apnea Linked to Weaker Bones, Teeth
TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2023 (HealthDay News) — People who have sleep apnea may have another issue to worry about — weaker bones and teeth. Known as low bone-mineral density, the condition is an indicator of osteoporosis and can increase the risk of fractu…
Learn MoreGum Disease Treatments Lose Their Punch in Heavy Smokers
MONDAY, Jan. 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Treatments for gum disease may have little benefit for heavy smokers, new research shows.The study findings suggest the need to rethink treatment of the common gum disease periodontitis, according to researche…
Learn MoreGastroesophageal Reflux Disease Raises Risk for Periodontitis
THURSDAY, Dec. 29, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) have an increased risk for periodontitis development, according to a study published online Nov. 19 in Biomedicines.Xin Li, from China Medical University …
Learn MoreEvite los dientes manchados de vino esta temporada de fiestas
MARTES, 20 de diciembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — El rojo quizá sea el color tradicional de la temporada de fiestas de fin de año, pero nadie quiere tenerlo en los dientes.Una experta ofrece consejos para no mancharse los dientes de vino durante las…
Learn MoreReview: Probiotics May Relieve Halitosis in Short Term
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 21, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Probiotics may relieve halitosis in the short term, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published online Dec. 20 in BMJ Open.Nengwen Huang, from the State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases in C…
Learn MoreCombustible Tobacco Use Tied to Adverse Oral Health Outcomes
TUESDAY, Dec. 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Tobacco product use is associated with the incidence of several adverse oral health outcomes, according to a study published online Dec. 9 in JAMA Network Open.Marushka L. Silveira, Ph.D., from the U.S. Natio…
Learn MoreAvoiding ‘Wine Teeth’ This Holiday Season
TUESDAY, Dec. 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Red may be a traditional holiday color, but no one wants to wear it on their teeth.An expert offers some tips for keeping “wine teeth” at bay during your holiday parties.“When you drink red wine, you’re encou…
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