Unhealthy Gums Could Up Your Odds for Dementia
MONDAY, Sept. 12, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Gum disease has far-reaching effects and may increase your odds of developing dementia, a new study suggests.In a review of 47 previously published studies, researchers in Finland found that tooth loss, deep …
Learn MorePoor Periodontal Health Linked to Cognitive Decline, Dementia
THURSDAY, Sept. 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Poor periodontal health and tooth loss are associated with increased risks for cognitive decline and dementia, according to a review published online Sept. 8 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society…
Learn MoreOral Surgery on Your Calendar? Expert Offers Tips to Ease Anxiety
SUNDAY, Sept. 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) — If you’re planning to have oral surgery, be prepared, not scared, an expert suggests — and stay off YouTube.“I tell all of my patients, ‘The more you know, the better it’s going to be.’ As health professionals…
Learn MoreApartan a los opioides del tratamiento del dolor dental
VIERNES, 19 de agosto de 2022 (HealthDay News) — Muchas personas que abusan de los opioides citan un uso legítimo a corto plazo de un opioide para el alivio del dolor de una articulación o dental como su “entrada” a la adicción.Ahora, una investigaci…
Learn MoreMoving Away From Opioids to Treat Dental Pain
FRIDAY, Aug. 19, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Many opioid abusers cite short-term, legitimate use of an opioid for relief of joint or dental pain as their “gateway” into addiction.Now, research done at one New York State clinic finds that dentists can cut…
Learn MoreBrushing 2
You know you need to brush your teeth and floss every day. But do you know how to get the most out of it? Even if you think you mastered brushing and flossing in grade school, you may still have a few things to learn.What kind of toothbrush should I b…
Learn MoreBraces for Kids
Does my child need braces? Strictly speaking, few children really “need” braces. Crooked teeth are generally a cosmetic problem, not a health problem. But since teeth are so important to a person’s appearance, braces are often worth the investment. Th…
Learn MoreHow to Get Rid of Bad Breath
MONDAY, April 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — About 1 in 4 people worldwide experience bad breath, according to the Cleveland Clinic — but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it.Discover the most common causes of bad breath (halitosis) and some tried an…
Learn MoreTooth Abscess: What It Is, Stages, Symptoms & Treatments
MONDAY, April 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) — If you’ve ever experienced a toothache, you know how distracting the pain can be. Focusing at work or school, and getting a good night’s sleep, can become next to impossible.But if the toothache is caused by …
Learn MoreCanker Sores in Children
What are canker sores?They’re small, painful, crater-like nuisances that sprout on the tongue, on the inside of the cheeks or mouth tissues behind the lips. The sores are usually white, gray, or yellowish with a red rim and last up to two weeks. (Some…
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