Austin Dental Health Tips
CHICAGO—February 18, 2010—The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) estimates that approximately three out of four Americans suffer from some form of gum disease – from mild cases of gingivitis, to the more severe form known as periodontitis. However, despite this prevalence, approximately only three percent seek treatment for their gum disease. With increasingly more research indicating that gum disease may be linked to several other diseases, including diabetes, heart disease and certain forms of cancer, maintaining healthy teeth and gums has become more important that ever.
I was watching the Jay Leno Show a while back and saw this clip. The Dan Band performs at a dental office....Everything IS Better With Music....www.thejaylenoshow.com/video/clips/the-dan-band/1164139
Every year we do it. Some folks are more serious about making their commitments. Some only make one, while others make multiple resolutions. Whichever route is taken, the economy is on the minds of most people in choosing their annual promise to themselves. The following is a list of this year’s top 10...I AM GOING TO ADD AN #11:
Tooth enamel is tough, harder even than skeletal bone. But even with good dental hygiene, the enamel protecting teeth may show signs of decay in older adults. The January issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter covers what to look out for and what to do to promote an enamel-friendly setting in the mouth. According to the newsletter, two significant contributors to tooth decay are too little saliva and inadequate fluoride.
Yiping Han, a researcher from Department of Periodontics at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, reports the first documented link between a mother with pregnancy-associated gum disease to the death of her fetus.
A 2002 survey established that smell impairment might affect fourteen million Americans older than 55 years old. It affects 50% of the population between 65 and 79 years old and 75% by the age of 80. A dog has one billion taste cells and we humans have only 1% of that.
This is a link to a video that discusses the link between oral cancer and why early detection can save lives: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJY2ynlXoKA
Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Use a soft-tufted brush. The head of the brush should be small enough to get into all the areas of the mouth. Spend at least two minutes brushing, covering all areas (inside, outside, and biting areas of each tooth). Pay particular attention to where the teeth meet the gums. Get a new toothbrush every 3-4 months. Many people find that an electric toothbrush does a better job and so they have become popular. It is usually advised that you should use a toothpaste that contains fluoride. (The fluoride helps to prevent tooth decay.)Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Use a soft-tufted brush. The head of the brush should be small enough to get into all the areas of the mouth. Spend at least two minutes brushing, covering all areas (inside, outside, and biting areas of each tooth). Pay particular attention to where the teeth meet the gums. Get a new toothbrush every 3-4 months. Many people find that an electric toothbrush does a better job and so they have become popular. It is usually advised that you should use a toothpaste that contains fluoride. (The fluoride helps to prevent tooth decay.)
Pearly whites gone dingy are one of the most common complaints dentists hear from their patients. But what causes stained teeth?
How can toothache be avoided?
The best way to prevent toothache is to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Try to avoid cavities by reducing your intake of sugary foods and drinks - have them as an occasional treat, and at mealtimes only.
What is toothache?
The most common cause of toothache, or pain in the region of the jaws and face, is pulpitis - inflammation of the pulp of the tooth. The short, sharp pains usually occur in response to hot, cold or sweet stimuli.
If left untreated, the pulp dies and becomes infected, leading to the formation of a dental abscess. The pain from a dental abscess tends to be in response to pressure on the tooth, and is throbbing and continuous.
Hydrochloric acid is produced by the stomach after each meal. This aids in the digestion of food. The stomach itself secretes large amounts of protective mucus that helps in resisting the corrosive nature of hydrochloric acid. The cells that line the esophagus do not share this resistant feature.















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