California Dental Hygienists Urge Californians To Provide Full Medical History
Many Californians compromise their health because they do not think that disclosing their medical history at the dental office is that important, say officials from the California Dental Hygienists' Association (CDHA), who warn that patients need to provide a full medical history to their oral care provider.
Astra Tech World Congress Attracts Top Dental Experts
Thousands of delegates from 23 countries are expected to attend the second Astra Tech World Congress, held June 4-7 at the newly opened Gaylord National Resort & Conference Center in Washington, DC. "We are delighted that this year's event will enable more than 130 of the world's most respected dental professionals and researchers to present their latest findings in the field of implant dentistry, " says Peter Selley, President & CEO of Astra Tech AB.
Periodontitis Associated With Developments Of Type 2 Diabetes And Its Complications - Oral Disease Treatment Can Help Control High Glycemic Levels
Critical links between periodontal (gum) disease and the development of type 2 diabetes, as well as the development and progression of its complications, were reported here in the first ever symposium presented by dentists to diabetes experts at the American Diabetes Association's Annual Scientific Sessions at its 68th such event.
Lack Of Dental Care In The UK May Have Life-Threatening Implications
New research from the University of Bristol shows that admissions for the surgical treatment of dental abscess have doubled in the last ten years despite the fact that these serious infections are preventable with regular dental care. The findings, published in the British Medical Journal today [30 May, BST], could reflect a decline of oral health, changes in access to dental treatment or changes in attitudes to dental care.
Link Between Pregnancy And Tooth Loss Discovered By NYU Dental Researcher
The old wives tale "for every child the mother loses a tooth" has some validity, a New York University dental professor has found.Women who have more children are more likely to have missing teeth, according to a nationwide study of 2, 635 women by Dr.
Teeth Whitening Options Demystified In New Content Section From Consumer Guide To Dentistry
Teeth whitening is the most popular procedure in cosmetic dentistry. But with so many whitening options available, selecting the one that best fits an individual's needs can be overwhelming. Consumer Guide to Dentistry, a web portal providing consumer-friendly information on dental health, cuts through the confusion with a new teeth whitening section that has detailed information on all teeth whitening options.
National Institute Of Dental And Craniofacial Research Strategies For Future Scientific Success
A guest editorial published in the June issue of the Journal of Dental Research (JDR) celebrates the successes of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) in expanding the understanding of, and improving, oral health in the United States.
Cancer Risk Linked To Gum Disease
According to a study published in the June edition of TheLancet Oncology, gum disease raises a person's overall riskof getting cancer - independent of whether or not the person is asmoker or not.Gum infections result in increased concentrations of inflammatorymarkers that circulate in their blood.
Higher Cancer Risk For Those With Gum Disease
Whetherthey are smokers or non-smokers, people with gum disease have a higheroverall risk of cancer, according to an Article published on May 27, 2008 in The Lancet Oncology. Gum disease, such asperiodontis or gingivitis, is associated with increased concentrationsof inflammatory markers in the blood.
Wide Regional Variation In The Number Of Patients Seen For NHS Dental Treatment, UK
The number of patients seen for NHS dental treatment varies from area to area, latest figures released by The NHS Information Centre confirm. The report, NHS Dental Statistics for England, Quarter 3: 31 December 2007, found the proportion of both children and adults receiving NHS dental treatment varied according to strategic health authority (SHA) area.