Dogs can be trained to understand human feelings and intuition. Jojo, a comfort dog, has been used in a dentistry clinic to help young patients.

Key takeaways:

• Jojo works as a comfort dog that has been helping out at a dentistry clinic.
• Jojo?s work is to cuddle and comfort nervous children who anxious of getting dental treatments.
• Jojo has been in high demand to offer the services even though the dog has limited time to spend at the clinic.

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http://www.indiatimes.com/lifestyle/self/meet-jojo-the-comfort-dog-who-helps-calm-anxious-children-down-at-a-dentist-s-clinic-252925.html

Talk therapy address anxiety and helps people to understand that their fears may reappear. In so doing, people will be able to face their fears and surmount them.

Key takeaways:

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) helps people to acquire the necessary skills to face their fears such as fear of injections. It is a short-term treatment that involves between 6 and 10 sessions.
• People with dental phobias avoid visiting the dentist and are likely to have cavities and other dental problems.
• CBT is more effective in combating dental phobia than use of sedation since it has a long lasting impact.

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http://www.everydayhealth.com/news/talk-therapy-tackle-fear-dentist/

Tooth whitening can take on average 30 minutes to an hour. For effective results, you may require a number of sessions spread out over several weeks to get a bright white beautiful smile that is many shades whiter.

Key takeaways:

• Teeth staining or discoloration may be caused by the aging process, smoking, tartar, or by drinks and foods such as coffee and red wine.
• Professional teeth bleaching at the dentist?s office is the most common form of teeth whitening. Laser whitening is a new, quicker, and more effective option.
• Tooth whitening may have side effects such as tooth sensitivity, sore throat and pain along the gum line.

https://www.dentalhealth.org/tell-me-about/topic/cosmetic-dentistry/tooth-whitening

Common signs of oral cancer include difficulty chewing, irritation and soreness, a lump, pain, and tenderness. People should be on the lookout for any of these symptoms and should visit a dentist if any symptom is observed.

Key takeaways:

• People who smoke and consume alcohol excessively are at the greatest risk of oral cancer.
• The Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) has been found to cause cancer of the oropharyngeal region, the base of the tongue and the tonsils.
• Regular dental visits for checkups will help to identify symptoms of oral cancer at an early stage and treatment commenced early enough.

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http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/o/oral-cancer

It is estimated that 8.3 percent of Americans who suffer from diabetes are also at greater risk for tooth loss. This is especially true for diabetes patients who are 50 years and older.

Key takeaways:

• People suffering from both type 1 and type 2 diabetes had on average ten missing teeth upon oral examination.
• Diabetics were also at high risk of edentulism which is the total loss of teeth. Diabetics have a 28 percent greater risk of being toothless.
• High blood sugar levels were found to disrupt the delivery of nutrients and the removal of waste from gum tissue leading to periodontitis and eventually tooth loss.

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http://www.prevention.com/health/diabetes/tooth-loss-side-effect-diabetes

People with diabetes should check for painful, bleeding or inflamed gums. Gum disease has been found to adversely affect the regulation of blood sugar.

Key takeaways:
� High levels of blood glucose cause problems for the teeth and the oral cavity because it promotes growth of harmful bacteria.

� Uncontrolled blood sugar is therefore linked to a greater risk of gum disease.

� Serious periodontal disease on the other side has a high potential of causing the progression of diabetes.

Other dental complications related to uncontrolled diabetes include thrush, an oral fungus, and dry mouth, which can cause sores and ulcers. If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, the better you control your blood glucose, the lower your risk is for periodontitis.
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http://www.everydayhealth.com/type-2-diabetes/symptoms/why-dental-problems-make-it-hard-to-control-blood-glucose/

Do you sip your coffee and feel shooting pain in your teeth? Your problem is tooth sensitivity, often caused by habits such as chewing on ice and aggressive brushing.

Key takeaways:

• Brush your teeth gently using a soft-bristled toothbrush twice every day. You should use short strikes following the up and down movement.
• Rinse your mouth with fluoride mouthwash after brushing to protect teeth from cavities and tooth decay.
• Stay away from highly acidic foods and drinks such as citrus fruits and citrus fruit-based juices that will cause enamel erosion leading to sensitive teeth and tooth decay.

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http://www.everydayhealth.com/hs/dental-health/8-ways-relieve-tooth-sensitivity/#09

The consumption of Prosecco in the UK has grown tremendously in the last few years owing to the low amount of calories. However, the wine is responsible to damage to the outer surface of the teeth.

Key takeaways:

• The odd glassful of prosecco, a sparkly wine, has been blamed for enamel erosion on the teeth.
• Prosecco is a popular drink among women, but has caused great damage to their teeth without their knowledge.
• The wine damages teeth through sugar that feeds bacteria in the mouth and through high amounts of carbon dioxide that is highly acidic. Acid causes enamel erosion and weakening of teeth.

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http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-3474103/How-PROSECCO-ruin-teeth-Think-favourite-fizz-healthy-option-Sorry-dentist-won-t-agree.html

Even though tooth extraction can be made stress free during the procedure, it can turn painful post the procedure. Control of pain and prevention of infection after tooth extraction is important.

Key takeaways:

• Tooth extraction is associated with bleeding. The dentist will use a small piece of gauze to prevent excessive bleeding.
• Your child should get some rest after tooth extraction to avoid strenuous exercise.
• You should keep the mouth clean by swishing some saline water. It will help to prevent infection at the site of extraction.

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http://www.thehealthsite.com/diseases-conditions/how-to-take-care-of-baby-teeth-extractions-t0916/

If you dread a visit to the dentist, you're certainly not alone. It is estimated that one in four people are fearful about dental work.

Key takeaways:

• Some people have serious dental problems,including severe pain, because they are afraid of dentistry.
• Today's dentists are trained to provide stress-free, pain-free dental treatments, using new technology and techniques. They can provide gentle sedation, if necessary, to keep patients comfortable.

• There's nothing more to fear, and every reason to get the dental treatment you need. Your dental health affects your overall health, including heart health. And, no one should live with dental pain.

• Often, simply booking an early morning appointment will help combat the phobia - as you have less time to think about the visit. Also, meeting the dental team helps provide comfort. Talk to the dental team, and share your fears. They will be very helpful in overcoming the phobia, and very encouraging.

Read the full story here

http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/dentalhealth/Pages/Fearofthedentist.aspx