The rapid advances in technology have been changing the way we do things in many sectors and dentistry is no exception. One of the areas dentists are utilizing digital technology is in crowns. It used to be that if you had a cracked or broken tooth and needed a crown, you would have to go […]
According to studies conducted in connection with a doctoral thesis at Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, severe dental anxiety (DA) is linked to major health problems. The research (which included more than 3,500 subjects) also found that adults who suffer from DA are also unhappy with their appearance and suggests that the discontent may be
According to research being presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Microbiology, a serotype of oral bacterium with possible links to systemic disease was found in a small cohort of African-American children residing in southwestern Alabama. This is the first time is has been found. Fifty-seven children, aged 5 to 10 years
In an exciting new development, scientists from Biomedical Research Institute (IBI), in Galicia, Spain, have patented a faster, more reliable and less invasive technique for detecting carcinomas in the oral mucosa. Currently, the sixth-leading cause of cancer-related death is malignant tumors in the oral cavity. A quicker and more accurate diagnosis can lead to improved
Researchers at University of Michigan and Newcastle University recently discovered Arginine, a naturally occurring amino acid found in food, breaks down dental plaque. This could help millions of people avoid gum disease and cavities. Arginine is found in poultry, fish, red meat, and dairy products and is already used in some dental products for tooth
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Your toothbrush is one of the most important tools for maintaining good oral hygiene—but have you ever thought about what might be lurking on it? Recent studies have shown that toothbrushes stored in typical bathroom environments can harbor harmful bacteria, viruses, and even fecal matter due to their proximity to toilets and shared spaces. At
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Your oral health is a critical component of your overall well-being. Recent research highlights a strong link between gum disease and heart disease, emphasizing the importance of maintaining healthy gums not only for a bright smile but also for a healthy heart. At Wilhite Plano Dentist, we are committed to helping patients understand this connection
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A recently discovered archive of 319 industry documents from the 1960s and 1970s at the University of Illinois show how the sugar industry knew as early as 1950 that sugar caused tooth decay. Further, the National Institutes of Health concluded in 1969 that focusing on reducing sugar intake was not a practical public health measure.
The most common diseases of humankind are oral infections, which are also a key risk factor for heart disease, the worldwide leading cause of death. In an April 16 article published in Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism researchers discuss the link between heart disease and oral infections. The most common oral infections are periodontal diseases
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Recent research published in the Cochrane Library found little evidence that the popular natural sweetener Xylitol prevents tooth decay and cavities. The researchers compiled data from 5,903 participants across 10 studies, but most study methods were so different, the authors could not combine the results. According to lead researcher, Philip Riley of the School of
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Dr. Georgios Tsakos, of the University College London\’s Department of Epidemiology and Public Health in the U.K., recently published findings in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society linking senior tooth loss to physical and mental decline. Dr. Tsakos and his coauthors analyzed data from the English Longitudinal Study of Aging (ELSA) that included more
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(Video from WFFA ABC 8 News is now longer available on their website) The veterans that return to America from our wars abroad often come home with a range of ailments such as various wounds or post traumatic stress disorder. However, one common problem among veterans that is often not treated is their teeth. David
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