They may
be faster, fitter and stronger, but they still aren’t immune to dental decay.
Due to high consumption of sugary sports drinks and gels, dehydration and frequent
traveling the dental health of athletes is considerably worse than the dental
health of the general population. The 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic dental clinic
is already preparing itself for the impending dental drama of the athletes. To read the full article, please click here.
A
64-year-old grandmother died in the operating chair during an extensive
20-tooth extraction. Her dentist, who ignored pleas by the patient and his
dental assistant to terminate the procedure when vitals began to drop, is now
facing accusations of malpractice and has had his license suspended
temporarily. For the full article, please click here.
It
appears that cavity prevention in children actually begins in the womb. A
Canadian study found that pregnant women with low levels of vitamin D were more
likely to have children
with dental problems. The study identified a correlation between vitamin D
deficiency in pregnant mothers and an increased risk of cavities in their
children. For the full article please click here.
Experiencing
the worst drought in recorded history has prompted one Texas city to resort to
using treated sewage water for brushing teeth, showering and cooking. Although
many Wichita Falls residents are less than pleased with the idea of “drinking
toilet water,” officials are convinced it’s the best solution to their water
shortage issues. Wichita Falls is currently waiting for final state approval to
begin reusing sewer water. For the full article, please click here.
A Woodstock mom is finally getting her smiling, happy child back. After years of
struggling with her son’s irritable behavior, poor social skills and bad
grades, Valerie Deegan finally identified the source of her son’s problems –
sleep apnea. After enrolling her son, Connor, in a sleep study, doctors were
finally able to diagnose him with bruxism and obstructive sleep disordered
breathing. Now, Deegan is hoping to bring awareness to the disorder and help
other children suffering from a similar condition. For the full article, please click here.
Multiple
studies have revealed a link between oral health and overall health. But, a new
study looks closer to find a strong association between periodontal disease and
coronary heart disease. A study of 15,828 participants from 39 countries found
a correlation between self-reported periodontal disease and heart risk factors,
including high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and large waist
circumference. For the full article click here.
The
health of our teeth has an enormous impact on the overall health of our bodies.
Because of this, it’s important to know the facts when caring for your teeth
and gums. Should your wisdom teeth be removed? Are teeth whitening products
hurting your enamel? To read the full article, please click here.
