American Academy of Periodontology encourages routine periodontal care during ongoing pandemic

Patients with gum disease are three times more likely to suffer from complications if they contract COVID-19. This is according to new research published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology. Analysing more than 500 patients with the virus, the research team discovered that those with gum disease …

To date, research on bioengineered teeth has largely focused on the use of embryonic cells. However, a new study has shown that teeth can be formed from isolated gingival tissue as well. The researchers believe that this bio-tooth formation could provide a viable alternative to dental implants in the future. Read the full story at: Click here for the full article

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A British dentist has developed an app that encourages toothbrushing. Brush DJ features a timer that plays two minutes of music picked at random from the user’s device, as well as evidence-based oral health advice and several reminders. The app recently won the Dental Hygiene and Therapy Award for Best Dental Innovation, established to honour the work of hygienists and therapists in the UK. Click here for the full article.

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Here at our dental clinic in Swiss Cottage we understand that there is a connection between your dental care and health. Recent research has shown that overweight and periodontitis can affect overall health significantly and it has already been suggested that both diseases are associated. Now, researchers have found new evidence that obesity is closely linked to gum disease by underlying inflammatory processes… The full article on dentistry obesity and gum disease is here.… Read the full story by clicking here

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Reviewed by Dr Nigel Carter, chief executive British Dental Health Foundation

Most adults suffer from bad breath occasionally, although it may affect up between a quarter and half of adults on a regular basis. Occasional bad breath is usually caused by strong foods like garlic, onions and coffee. Persistent bad breath is usually brought on by the breakdown of proteins by bacteria somewhere in the mouth, usually as a result of gum disease or dry mouth. However, problems with the airways, oesphagus and stomach can also lead to bad breath. Smoking causes its own type of bad breath as well as leading to higher levels of gum disease and dry mouth.

For the full article please go to: http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/badbreath.htm

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Tooth decay is when acids in your mouth dissolve the outer layers of your teeth. You may also have heard it called dental decay or dental caries. Over time, symptoms of tooth decay can include: toothache, pain when eating or drinking, visible discoloured spots on your teeth.

If left untreated, a build up of plaque (see below) could lead to complications of tooth decay such as gum disease (gingivitis) or a dental abscess. Regular dental checks can help your dentist spot signs of tooth decay early and identify any cavities (holes or damage in the teeth). Tooth decay is much easier to treat successfully in its early stages. Read more at: http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Dental-decay/Pages/Introduction.aspx

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