Podcast: Home use of devices for cleaning between the teeth (in addition to toothbrushing) to prevent and control gum diseases and tooth decay
Many people use toothbrushes to remove the plaque that builds up on the surface of teeth, but what about getting to the plaque between the teeth? Should we be using dental floss or interdental brushes to help? The relevantCochrane Review was published in April 2019 and we asked the lead author, Helen Worthington from Cochrane Oral Health at the University of Manchester in England to let us know the answer." To keep our mouths and teeth in good health depends a lot on removing the dental plaque that builds up every day and, as Monaz said, most people use toothbrushes to do this. But toothbrushes can ’t reach in-between te...
Source: Cochrane News and Events - July 3, 2019 Category: Information Technology Authors: Lydia Parsonson Source Type: news
Doctors stunned by woman's rare disease that made her gums look like strawberries
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT An unnamed 42-year-old woman from Iran visited a dermatologist complaining of overgrown gums. She was diagnosed with a rare condition called 'strawberry gingivitis'. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - April 17, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Featured Review: Home use of devices for cleaning between the teeth
This review asked the question, “How effective are home-use interdental cleaning devices, used in conjunction with toothbrushing, compared with toothbrushing only or another device, for preventing and controlling gum diseases, tooth decay and plaque?”Tooth decay and periodontal diseases (gum diseases called gingivitis and periodontitis) affect the majority of people. These conditions can cause pain, difficulties with eating and speaking, low self-esteem, and, in extreme cases, may lead to tooth loss and the need for surgery. The cost to health services of treating these diseases is very high.As dental plaque is the roo...
Source: Cochrane News and Events - April 10, 2019 Category: Information Technology Authors: Katie Abbotts Source Type: news
A Diet to Ward Off Gum Disease?
People who ate an anti-inflammatory diet rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts and fish were less likely to have gingivitis. (Source: NYT Health)
Source: NYT Health - April 4, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: NICHOLAS BAKALAR Tags: Teeth and Dentistry Diet and Nutrition Vitamins Gums (Mouth) Vitamin D Oils and Fats Source Type: news
Anti-inflammatory plant-based diet helps reduce gingivitis
(Wiley) A plant-based whole food diet reduced gingivitis in a recent randomized trial published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - April 3, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Effect of sugar-free chewing gum on plaque and gingivitis among 14 –15-year-old school children: A randomized controlled trial
Conclusion: Sugar-free gum (xylitol and sorbitol) significantly reduced the plaque, gingival, and bleeding score. Abstract (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
Source: Dental Technology Blog - April 2, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Periodontitis may raise the risk for developing dementia
(American Geriatrics Society) Gum disease (gingivitis) that goes untreated can become periodontitis, causing loss in the bone that supports your teeth. Periodontitis is the main cause of tooth loss in adults. Periodontitis is also a risk factor for developing dementia. Recently, researchers in South Korea studied the connection between chronic periodontitis and dementia. They published their findings in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - March 15, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Gum Disease Strongly Implicated in Alzheimer's Gum Disease Strongly Implicated in Alzheimer's
Using human and mouse models, investigators linked gingivitis to Alzheimer ' s and also found that blocking these bacteria can potentially prevent or reverse the degenerative process.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - February 1, 2019 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Psychiatry News Source Type: news
Introducing the Next Generation of Colgate Total ® Toothpaste
Advanced Fluoride Formula for Superior Whole Mouth HealthNew York, NY (November 26, 2018)– Colgate® is excited tointroduce the Next Generation of Colgate Total®.New Colgate Total®SFcontains a new Stannous Fluoride formula stabilized with Zinc Phosphatethat fights plaque-causing bacteria on 100% of mouth surfaces*1 including teeth, tongue, cheeks, and gums, providing the ideal preventive solution for whole mouth health.Colgate Total®SFeffectively fights harmful bacteria while protecting against bacterial repopulation, significantly reducing the overall bacterial load while creating a protective barrier that helps shie...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - December 4, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Routine dental care: does the evidence give us something to smile about?
In thisEvidently Cochrane blog, Sarah Chapman looks at the Cochrane evidence for aspects of routine dental care. Something to smile about? Or are there big gaps …?“Are you afraid to laugh?” Goodall’s Dental Institute, 1912.Wellcome Collection.My grandmother used to tell the tale of when she was a schoolgirl, back in about 1920, and a school event to which parents were invited. Nan and her friend enjoyed a carefree afternoon without their mothers there, having avoided inviting them – the friend because her mother had white hair, and Nan because her mother had just had all her teeth taken out. There was trouble, sh...
Source: Cochrane News and Events - November 29, 2018 Category: Information Technology Authors: Muriah Umoquit Source Type: news
Periodontal diseases and traumatic dental injuries in the pediatric population - Nicolau B, Castonguay G, Madathil S, Vuong T, Almeida TDD.
This article provides an overview of periodontal diseases and traumatic dental injuries (TDIs) in children and adolescents, which are serious public health problems worldwide. Periodontal diseases, including gingivitis and periodontitis, commonly affect th... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - September 21, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Infants and Children Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What does it mean when you have white gums?
Some conditions can make the gums appear white. The color change may occur in one part of the mouth or over the entire gums. There are many possible causes of white gums, including gingivitis and anemia. In this article, learn about how to get rid of white gums using home remedies and medical treatments. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - April 27, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dentistry Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What causes black gums?
The gums come in many natural colors, including red, pink, brown, and black. However, changes in gum color can indicate an underlying health problem. In this article, learn about what causes black gums, including smoking, gingivitis, Addison ’s disease, and amalgam tattoos. We also look at treatment and prevention. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - April 11, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dentistry Source Type: news
Effects of Essential Oil Mouthrinses With or Without Alcohol Effects of Essential Oil Mouthrinses With or Without Alcohol
This study compared the anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis efficacy of essential oil mouthrinses, with and without alcohol.BMC Oral Health (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - March 16, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dental & Oral Health Journal Article Source Type: news
New Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean Power Toothbrush Awarded ADA Seal of Acceptance
STAMFORD, United States–The American Dental Association (ADA) has awarded its ADA Seal of Acceptance to Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 Plaque Control, an innovation from the power toothbrush brand most often recommended by U.S. Dental Professionals.The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs ’acceptance of Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4100 Plaque Control is based on its finding that the power toothbrush is safe and has shown efficacy in removing plaque and helping to prevent and reduce gingivitis, when used as directed.To earn the Seal of Acceptance, the manufacturer, Philips Personal Health, was subjected to ADA ...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - March 7, 2018 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
