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New research findings: 72% people are unaware of invisible lingual braces

New research from Ipsos MORI indicates that 18 per cent of the population of England and Wales believe their teeth would benefit from straightening with braces. Meanwhile, anecdotal evidence from orthodontists shows that people are prepared to make financial sacrifices to have treatment and see it as a valuable investment.

19 Feb 2010

Untreated gum disease has potentially dangerous implications

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.

19 Feb 2010

Patterson reports consolidated sales of $820,084,000 for third-quarter of fiscal 2010

Patterson Companies, Inc. today reported consolidated sales of $820,084,000 for the third quarter of fiscal 2010 ended January 23, an increase of 1% from $811,023,000 in the year-earlier quarter. Net income of $56,049,000 or $.47 per diluted share rose 6% from $52,807,000 or $0.45 per diluted share in the third quarter of fiscal 2009.

18 Feb 2010

LAAHU announces annual Health Insurance Awareness Week

Los Angeles Association of Health Underwriters announces its annual Health Insurance Awareness Week. This week is set aside to perform outreach to the community in the form of health awareness and to the importance of the role of the health insurance agent.

18 Feb 2010

PDA emphasizes the importance of developing healthy teeth and gums at early age

It's National Children's Dental Health Month, an oral health campaign designed to educate children about the importance of good oral health. The Pennsylvania Dental Association emphasizes developing good habits at an early age to help children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.

18 Feb 2010

Scientists identify bacterial protein VpsT as master regulator in Vibrio

Finding a biological mechanism much like an online social network, scientists have identified the bacterial protein VpsT as the master regulator in Vibrio, the cause of cholera and other enteric diseases. This discovery, now published in the journal Science, provides a major tool to combat enteric disease.

15 Feb 2010

ODA encourages people with bad breath to see dentist

Do you suffer from bad breath? Are you constantly refreshing your mouth with mouthwash and mints to mask an odour problem? If any of this sounds familiar, the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) encourages you to see your dentist and get to the root of the problem.

12 Feb 2010

Oral hygiene: Insights

Oral health is often the window to your overall health. Evidence has supported the link between poor oral health and such conditions as stroke, premature birth and diabetes. Other conditions, such as HIV/AIDS and osteoporosis may show preliminary signs in your mouth, before other areas of the body are affected. Also, some of your daily activities or habits can affect your oral health. Therefore, it's wise to pay attention to your teeth and gums.

11 Feb 2010

New European-developed system may help dementia patients to lead independent lives

Tens of millions of elderly people in the EU suffering from mild dementia may be able to look after themselves, and free up their carers, thanks to a new European-developed system.

9 Feb 2010

SCL offers nonprofit orthodontic program for children and adolescents

There are two months until the April 15 tax deadline, and if your family has experienced a decrease in income due to the economic downturn, you may now qualify for a low-cost nonprofit orthodontic program. Smiles Change Lives (SCL) is looking for kids from low-income families who need braces.

8 Feb 2010

Innovative health text messaging applications launched

Health Txts assists people in changing unhealthy behaviors by sending text messages that encourage specific self-improvement goals at the times and in the places people need it most. For example, someone may receive a message at 10pm saying "only floss the teeth you want to keep." Health Txts can be used for nearly any self-improvement goal such as reducing drinking, eating healthier or even becoming more environmentally conscious.

6 Feb 2010

Oral care with ionic toothbrush

Smile and the world smiles with you. Well, the folks at Global Ionics LLC, makers of the Ionic ProClean toothbrush, are smiling a lot these days; especially since receiving the impressive results of a clinical evaluation conducted by THE DENTAL ADVISOR. In a clinical assessment, the Ionic ProClean was evaluated by a team of dental professionals and 107 patients in over 11,100 uses. The results? Dental professionals reported that they observed less tartar buildup and gingivitis, and believed the toothbrush contributed to good oral hygiene: earning the Ionic ProClean a 4+ rating from THE DENTAL ADVISOR.

6 Feb 2010

Prehistoric data suggests link between tooth enamel defects and early mortality

Ancient human teeth are telling secrets that may relate to modern-day health: Some stressful events that occurred early in development are linked to shorter life spans.

5 Feb 2010

Study sheds new light on cancer metastasis

Some cells are natural rule-breakers. Neural crest cells for example, not only migrate throughout the body during development (most cells are more selective in their wandering), they are also more developmentally flexible than their predecessors (a no-no for nearly all cell types).

4 Feb 2010

Kool Smiles takes initiative to support children's oral care in Massachusetts

Kool Smiles is offering free toothbrushes and educational support to day care centers affected by the recent state mandate that will require day care providers to help children brush their teeth after a meal.

2 Feb 2010

New technology aims to restore lost bone and gum tissue following periodontal disease

Advances in tissue engineering are offering the promise of being able to restore lost bone and gum tissue following periodontal disease.

2 Feb 2010

Obama unintentionally reinforces misconception about root canal procedures

In his first State of the Union address, President Obama outlined many challenges facing our nation, but fear of root canals should not be one of them. Obama unintentionally reinforced a myth and outdated misconception about the "unpopular" nature of root canal procedures. The AAE, which represents root canal specialists, knows that root canal procedures should not be feared, and hopes the President and all Americans become better informed for the sake of their dental and total body health.

29 Jan 2010

Aetna and Walgreens collaborate to educate people on taking adequate levels of Vitamin D

Aetna (NYSE: AET) and Walgreens announced today that they have joined forces to educate people about the need to take in adequate levels of Vitamin D. The two organizations are working with United Way of the Midlands on a Vitamin D giveaway program being piloted in Richland and Lexington counties in South Carolina.

21 Jan 2010

New review highlights risks and benefits of fluoride toothpaste in young children

Everyone who has ever seen a toothpaste commercial knows that fluoride is the ingredient that helps fight tooth decay, but a new review has determined exactly how much fluoride is best in toothpastes for children.

21 Jan 2010

Parents advised to use fluoridated toothpaste to prevent tooth decay in their children

Parents should use toothpastes that contain fluoride with a minimum concentration of 1,000 parts per million to prevent tooth decay in their children, says a new report. Preventing tooth decay can help reduce the need for extensive and costly dental treatments, including extractions.

20 Jan 2010

Teeth News and Research

Latest Teeth News and Research

New research findings: 72% people are unaware of invisible lingual braces

Untreated gum disease has potentially dangerous implications

Patterson reports consolidated sales of $820,084,000 for third-quarter of fiscal 2010

LAAHU announces annual Health Insurance Awareness Week

PDA emphasizes the importance of developing healthy teeth and gums at early age

Scientists identify bacterial protein VpsT as master regulator in Vibrio

ODA encourages people with bad breath to see dentist

Oral hygiene: Insights

New European-developed system may help dementia patients to lead independent lives

SCL offers nonprofit orthodontic program for children and adolescents

Innovative health text messaging applications launched

Oral care with ionic toothbrush

Prehistoric data suggests link between tooth enamel defects and early mortality

Study sheds new light on cancer metastasis

Kool Smiles takes initiative to support children's oral care in Massachusetts

New technology aims to restore lost bone and gum tissue following periodontal disease

Obama unintentionally reinforces misconception about root canal procedures

Aetna and Walgreens collaborate to educate people on taking adequate levels of Vitamin D

New review highlights risks and benefits of fluoride toothpaste in young children

Parents advised to use fluoridated toothpaste to prevent tooth decay in their children

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