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Periodontal Disease Can Lead To Gestational Diabetes, Study Shows - 25 Mar 2008
Science Daily (press release)25, 2008) — A study by a New York University dental research team has discovered evidence that pregnant women with periodontal (gum) disease are more likely
Gum Disease Tied to Gestational Diabetes - 25 Mar 2008
Ivanhoe,A new study has uncovered a link between periodontal (gum) disease and gestational diabetes. A team of researchers at New York University followed a group
Database lists 600 mouth bugs - 25 Mar 2008
The Press AssociationA smaller number cause problems such as tooth decay and gum disease. Of these microbes, 45% are only known from their DNA fingerprints and have never been
Watch Your Mouth: Michigan Association of Endodontists Offers Four ... - 25 Mar 2008
PR Newswire (press release),According to experts at the Michigan Association of Endodontists (MAE), cavities and gum disease may contribute to many serious conditions, including heart
Ondine Biopharma annual loss deepens to $13.2 million; brighter ... - 25 Mar 2008
The Canadian Press,...compared with a prior-year loss of $12 million, as sales of its Periowave laser systems to treat gum disease were flat at $1.6 million.
Why you need dental insurance - 25 Mar 2008
Insurance Times and Investments News,You may have heard that diet is a contributing factor to dental decay and gum disease, and you want to know more. How and when you eat may be as important
YAG laser dental procedure considered 'effective' in treating gum ... - Mar 20, 2008
DentalPlans.com,According to the American Dental Association (ADA), about three out of four adult Americans have some form of gum disease and about 25 million suffer from
Gum disease linked to diabetes - Feb 24, 2008
Seattle Post IntelligencerIt is usually painless, and often goes undetected, but as physicians see more diabetics with gum disease and tooth loss, they believe there is a link
Dental Laser Treatment Now Available to Millions of Canadians ... - Mar 20, 2008
Market Wire (press release)Periodontal or gum disease is one of the most common medical conditions in Canada. Gum disease, including gingivitis and periodontitis,
Eat yogurt to cure gum disease - Feb 24, 2008
Daily Times,Regularly eating yogurt and other foods with lactic acid may be good for your mouth, Japanese researchers report. Dr Yoshihiro Shimazaki and colleagues
Floss And Brush To Cut Heart Risk - Mar 19, 2008
Sky News,Doctors found those with the worst blockages in their arteries had the most severe gum disease. There is mounting evidence of a link between gum disease and
Study shows Nd:YAG laser procedure effective in treating gum disease - Mar 14, 2008
BioOptics World,Gum disease, including gingivitis and periodontitis, is a chronic bacterial infection that, left untreated, can lead to tooth loss.
US: Cranberries may reduce inflammation associated with severe gum ... - Mar 7, 2008
FreshPlaza,Researchers have discovered that natural compounds in cranberries may help ward off periodontitis, or severe gum disease, by serving as a powerful
Marijuana smokers face greater risk of gum disease - Feb 25, 2008
Modesto Bee,By SANDRA G. BOODMAN It may not just give you a bad case of the munchies: Regular marijuana smoking appears to increase young adults' risk of gum disease,
Take a bite at good oral health - Feb 24, 2008
ic Wales,TODAY marks the start of National Gum Disease Week – a whole week devoted to gammy gums and the problems associated with gum disease.
Dental health and diabetes link highlighted - Mar 19, 2008
DentalPlans.com,Diabetic people are twice as likely to develop gum disease as people without the condition and gum disease makes it more likely that a pre-diabetic will
Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure TM Follows Principles of ... - Mar 7, 2008
Market Wire (press release)According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 75% of American adults over the age of 35 suffer from some form of gum disease.
Diabetes — sound the alert! - Mar 22, 2008
Americus Times-Recorder,Oral Health & Oral Hygiene: With diabetes, you are at a higher risk for gum disease and other mouth-related problems. Smoking: Kicking this habit is hard,
Ranbaxy Labs enters deal CD Pharma to market INERSAN - Mar 18, 2008
Economic Times,Early-stage Periodontitis (Gum Disease) is painful and causes swollen and bleeding gums. This can lead to serious infection and eventually may cause tooth
Mouth problems can worsen with age - Mar 19, 2008
PakTribune.com,Teeth are often lost by people over 35 to periodontal or gingival gum disease. Caused by infections and plaque, gum disease can contribute to receding gums
Dental Hygiene: Why is it so Important? - Feb 29, 2008
Best Syndication,Otherwise, you could end up with gum disease or no teeth at all down the road. The major cause of gum disease is plaque. This is the film that builds up on
20 ways to be healthier without even trying - Feb 25, 2008
Independent Online,But making it a habit is one of the best ways to ward off gum disease and keep your brilliant smile intact forever. Further, mounting research suggests that
Put New Teeth in Dental Coverage, Report Recommends - Mar 5, 2008
HR Magazine,...“In other cases, infections in your mouth, such as gum disease, can cause problems in other areas of your body,� and conditions such as cardiovascular
DentistryForDiabetics Donates $10000 to American Diabetes ... - Mar 15, 2008
PR Web (press release),Diabetics are twice as likely to develop gum disease. People who have diabetes and severe gum disease have a premature death rate nearly eight times higher
Nice teeth – shame about the gums - Feb 28, 2008
Dentistry.co.uk,This week is Gum Disease Awareness Week, sponsored by OralClens Natural, which aims to draw attention to the commonly overlooked condition.
Teeth Cleaning - Mar 1, 2008
24-7PressRelease.com (press release)The dental visit is also the only way periodontal disease, or gum disease, can be diagnosed and addressed. If caught early, gum disease can be very
UNE seeks dental patients - Mar 24, 2008
KeepMEcurrent.com,Research has proven that oral hygiene care is directly related to our whole body health and early detection of gum disease can prevent problems later in
Brush your way to better health - Feb 26, 2008
Morpeth Herald,Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive of the Foundation, commented: "There is a growing body of evidence suggesting that people with gum disease are more at risk
Good dental health can control diabetes, gum health - Mar 17, 2008
DentalPlans.com,People with diabetes are more likely to have poor gum health and are being urged to inform dentists of their condition so as to increase their likelihood of
Dispelling five myths about diabetes - Mar 20, 2008
Fort Leavenworth Lamp,Diabetes causes serious health problems including heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease, gum disease and nerve damage.
Talk to This Year's Quirkiest Senatorial Candidate - Mar 18, 2008
SlashdotWhen smoked it has been linked to an increased risk of gum disease [reuters.com]. So maybe eating it or drinking it as tea has no adverse health effects.
Ask The Doc - Mar 24, 2008
Glasgow Daily Record,People with gum disease or tooth decay are likely to have bad breath. Other causes are smoking, drinking, spicy food, not drinking enough fluid,
Manual brush fine if technique is right - Feb 25, 2008
Arizona Republic,Add toothpastes and mouth rinses that claim to whiten teeth, kill bacteria, control tartar, prevent gum disease, relieve sensitivity, build enamel,
The Plowboy Interview - Mar 19, 2008
Mother Earth News,...political and economic pressures to limit its practice to treating symptoms . . . while it completely ignores the causes of tooth and gum disease.
Ranbaxy launches new dental drug in India, Nepal - Mar 18, 2008
Thaindian.com,According to the release, early-stage periodontitis (gum disease) is painful causing swelling and bleeding in gums. The disease usually leads to serious
Ondine's Periowave(TM) Photodisinfection System Showcased at ... - Mar 7, 2008
CNW Telbec (Communiqués de presse),About Periodontal Disease Periodontitis (gum disease) is a common human affliction, affecting one third of all adults, and over half of the population over
Your health - Feb 28, 2008
Sur,But gum disease is much more common and if you have it you’re much more likely to lose your teeth.’’ Brown says that if a full dental check-up is hard to
Taking care of your teeth as you get older - Mar 22, 2008
Belleville Intelligencer,Gum disease; caused by plaque, tobacco use, ill-fitting dentures/bridges, poor diet and some medical conditions. Tooth loss, uneven jawbone, denture induced
Local business - Mar 23, 2008
The Herald-Times (subscription),Sutor specializes in treating patients with gum disease, with the intent of keeping their teeth for a lifetime. He also places dental implants to help
Without Dental Care, More Ending Up in the ER - Mar 9, 2008
Kitsap Sun (Subscription),Poor oral health — gum disease in particular — is linked to cardiovascular disease and diabetes, among other ills. In Kitsap County, the United Way recently
MAR 14 • as i does say only the strong will survive lol - Mar 14, 2008
BVI News Online,Her problem was gum disease and she had to have several courses of treatment. Let the dentist diagnose the problem. As some others suggest, it may be in the
When beauty is bad for you - Mar 22, 2008
Sunday Mirror,...kits on the high street contain illegal levels of the bleaching agent hydrogen peroxide which can aggravate gum disease and cause tooth sensitivity.
Adult-onset diabetes is chronic by manageable - Mar 16, 2008
St. Louis Post-Dispatch,Gum disease is more common in people with diabetes. The complications of diabetes can be significantly reduced by controlling the blood sugar level,
University of Leicester scientist joins battle against 'flesh ... - Mar 12, 2008
HULIQ,They are linked to a number of health problems, some mild, some life-threatening, ranging from tooth and gum disease to meningitis, pneumonia,
Keep Your Gums Healthy - Mar 5, 2008
Online - International News Network,ISLAMABAD: The best way to prevent gingivitis (gum disease) is to practice good dental hygiene. It’s never too early to start in life, because children as
Teething Problems: Pregnancy and your Dental Health - Mar 16, 2008
Insurance Times and Investments News,This gum disease is particularly dangerous during pregnancy, because it increases the risk of a premature baby, or one with a low birthweight.
Yogurt fights periodontal diseases - Mar 5, 2008
PRESS TV,The study showed individuals suffering from advanced periodontal diseases have a lower lactic acid intake compared to those with localized gum disease.
Is honey a cureall or is it hype? - Mar 8, 2008
Times Online,Molan has found that eating 3 tsp manuka honey a day can help fight throat infections and reduce gum disease, as well as maintain good digestive health.
Minimally Invasive Veneers Dramatically Change Smiles - Mar 22, 2008
Kansas City infoZine,Minimally invasive porcelain veneers can lead to gum disease. The dentist will finish and polish edges to avoid ledges and to make the veneers smooth.
Experts explore causes and effects of tooth grinding - Mar 20, 2008
Columbia Missourian,Most Delta members’ dental visits are for cavities, gum disease or simply a checkup, she said. With a potentially high price tag, unpredictable insurance
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