Dental Problems Reveal Much About Your Health
Cavities can lead to tooth infection that may find its way to the brain. Dental problems are linked to poor overall health.
Key takeaways:
Cavities are caused by sugary foods and should be filled right away to prevent damage to nerves.
Bad breath could be a pointer to gum disease, a gut problem or post-nasal drip. A dental visit will diagnose the root cause of the problem.
Cankers and cold sores are a source of concern if they persist for 2 or 3 weeks. See your dentist to get the cold sores treated.
?Research shows that infections in the mouth can travel via the bloodstream, permeating organs and your immune system,? says Dr. Habsha. ?Studies have linked poor oral hygiene, tooth decay and periodontal disease to a number of illnesses, including heart and respiratory disease.?
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The issue surrounding anesthesia-free dentistry has been controversial. It is difficult to keep a pet still during the teeth-cleaning procedure.
Regularly cleaning your dog's teeth will protect oral health and overall health. However, it's important to use toothpaste specifically created for dogs -- as human toothpaste is toxic for dogs.
Experts report that we have up to eight dreams every night. Weirdly, we don't remember all these dreams in the morning. What about teeth-related dreams?
Dismayed watching little wrinkles and lines on your face? You?re certainly not alone. Botox has become a popular treatment for both women and men who want to keep their youthful good looks.
Claims that the wisdom teeth may cause damage of adjacent teeth and may harbor bacteria that cause periodontal disease are unfounded. These claims have been used to justify the extraction of the wisdom teeth.
Dentists report that some patients who have used the activated charcoal toothpaste claim to have gotten whiter teeth. However, long-term studies are needed to ascertain these claims. Frequent use of the product may lead to tooth damage -- the erosion of tooth enamel.
A new survey of men in the UK indicates that as many as 40 percent of men have concerns about their physical appearance. Their teeth were a source of great concern.
Tooth decay has been blamed for a high number of children's hospitalizations. The problem can be traced back to the high sugar levels in common foods.
Children will grind their teeth more during the night rather than during the day. Bruxism in kids typically occurs when different sets of teeth appear.
