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.

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

The Genius Pro 8000 gives you such a good clean brush, as it's ultra-21st century.

Key takeaways:

• The Genius Pro 8000 was one such toothbrush that has been developed by Oral-B with fancy features just as the name suggests.
• The toothbrush can be paired with the Oral-B smartphone app which can provide real-time feedback on your brushing procedure.
• The app helps to track the position of the toothbrush in the mouth ensuring that you do not leave out areas of the mouth or over brush in certain areas.

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http://dailyhive.com/toronto/dh12days-2016-oral-b-toronto

People with eating disorders are often in denial and will not come out openly about the problem. Eating disorders therefore bring about adverse outcomes to your dental health.

Key takeaways:

• Eating disorders can cause severe and irreversible damage in the mouth.
• Highly corrosive stomach contents in vomit will cause erosion of tooth enamel which leads to sensitive and brittle teeth and makes them vulnerable to decay.
• Failure to get the required nutrients such as iron and vitamin B will lead to canker sores and bad breath

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http://www.irishnews.com/lifestyle/2016/11/30/news/ask-the-dentist-eating-disorders-are-damaging-to-teeth-807222/

A toothache can be debilitating. Rather than become miserable, there are ways to ease the pain.

Key takeaways:

• Stay away from cold water; instead use warm water to gently rinse the mouth.
• Floss teeth gently and regularly to get rid of food particles that may be stuck between teeth.
• If the pain is unbearable or persists, visit a dentist for a checkup and appropriate treatment.

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https://consumer.healthday.com/dental-and-oral-information-9/misc-dental-problem-news-174/health-tip-coping-with-a-toothache-713098.html

You may have wondered why your teeth are different from each other. Each tooth in the mouth plays a unique role when eating.

Key takeaways:

• Incisors are the teeth at the front of the mouth and are the sharpest. Incisors are used to cut food and shovel it further into the mouth.
• The molars are the biggest teeth with a flat chewing surface to that helps to chew and grind food into small pieces.
• Canines are found in the corner of the mouth and have long roots. They are used to grasp and tear food.

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http://healthyteeth.org/different-kinds-of-teeth/