Head, Neck Infections Due to Dental Cysts More Common than Perceived
Newswise (press release)
Dentigerous cysts, or those arising from teeth, are benign, associated with the crowns
of permanent teeth, usually involving impacted, unerupted teeth. In 75 percent of all cases,
they are located in the mandible, the U-shaped bone forming the lower jaw.
The mandibular third molar and maxillary canine are involved most frequently.
Dentigerous cysts are the second most common odontogenic cysts after those related
to the roots of the teeth. They usually present in the second or third decade of
life and are rarely seen in childhood. Dentigerous cysts are usually solitary with
multiple cysts reported on occasion in association
with syndromes such as mucopolysaccharidosis and basal cell nevus syndrome
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Why bottled water fails to protect your children's teeth
Daily Mail - UK, UK
Children are developing tooth decay because they are drinking bottled water rather
than fluoridated tap water, scientists have warned.
The levels of fluoride in bottled water are too low to protect children's teeth,
according to the experts, who say that the positive health trends of recent decades
are going into reverse.
Their fears, raised at the World Dental Congress in Montreal, follow British research
that found that the fluoride content of 25 popular brands of bottled water was too low
to be effective.
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Implant-supported overdentures are a successful solution for edentulous people
American Academy of Periodontology - Chicago – (September 21, 2005)
In a new study that printed in the Journal of Periodontology, researchers found that the
cumulative survival rate of implant-placed overdentures was 95.4 percent for 10 years.
The success rate for the maxilla (upper jaw) implant supporting overdentures was 87.3
percent and the mandible (lower jaw) was 99.5 percent.
"My implant-placed overdentures have made my life more pleasurable, I felt practically no
pain in having them placed, and am very glad that I did it," said Marvin Goodwin of
Buena Park, Calif. "Now I can eat caramel at a party and not have to worry about my dentures
sticking together and prying them apart."
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Cleaning dentures
Allentown Morning Call, PA
Dear Heloise: Do you know of any way to clean dentures? I've been reading your column every
day hoping I would see a solution. Thank you so much.
J.T., North Plainfield, N.J.
As a matter of fact, I do have a homemade denture-cleaning solution that works great.
Note: Check with your dentist before using this solution; it contains bleach and cannot
be used on cast-chrome,
gold-framed or partial dentures that have wire or metal frames.
This homemade cleaning solution can easily be made by adding 1 teaspoon of household bleach
and 1 teaspoon of water softener to 1 cup of water; mix well. To use, soak your dentures
for 10-15 minutes each day, and follow by brushing and rinsing well.
As a bonus, I'd like to give you the recipe for a tooth-brushing powder that has been
a reader favorite for more than 45 years. (Caution: If you are on a salt-restricted diet,
you should consult with your doctor before using this, as it is high in sodium!)
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Protection takes bite out of gum disease
ic Wales, United Kingdom
WE ARE always told prevention is better than cure, but the latest trend in dentistry is that
protection is better than cure.
So, what exactly should we be protecting our teeth from?
Well, plaque is the main culprit - that fuzzy sticky film that forms on your teeth daily,
is made up almost entirely of bacteria.
Plaque bacteria and the acids they form can lead to gum disease, cavities and bad breath.
Also, if not removed, plaque can harden and become tartar, which can then only be removed by
your hygienist or dentist.
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Two grapefruit a day to beat gum disease
Daily Mail - UK, UK
Eating grapefruit could help fight gum disease, say researchers. Having just two grapefruit a day pushes up vitamin C levels in the body and stops bleeding gums.
The antioxidant effect of vitamin C appears to increase healing in the gums, say researchers at the Friedrich-Schiller University in Germany.
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Dye imaging ID's oral lesions likely to become cancer
EurekAlert, DC
A team of Canadian scientists may have discovered a way to use a simple dye as a
litmus test to identify abnormal areas of the mouth that may become cancers.
According to a study published in the September 1 issue of "Cancer Research", the
scientists found that lesions that took up the dye known as toluidine blue were six
times more likely to become oral cancers.
The team also discovered that the dye-staining lesions contained molecular alterations
that are linked to high risk of oral cancers -- even at early stages.
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Clair: Take your (bad) breath away
Georgetown Record, MA
Many of us are so busy we can barely catch our breath. But for the millions of Americans who
suffer from chronic halitosis — or bad breath — the joys of everyday life can be anything but
breathtaking.
Twenty-five percent of the population suffers from chronic halitosis. Halitosis can be a
very embarrassing problem that can seriously affect one’s business and social life. There
are a few different reasons why some have a chronic problem.
Medical disorders, such as a local infection in the respiratory tract
(nose, throat, windpipe, lungs), chronic sinusitis, postnasal drip, chronic bronchitis,
diabetes, gastrointestinal disturbance, liver or kidney ailments, can all possibly cause
chronic halitosis. Therefore, if your dentist determines that your mouth is healthy,
you may be referred to your physician for diagnosis.
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Nova Scotia's dentists are raising alarm bells
about the potential hazards of professional strength tooth whitening being
offered unsupervised, such as in tanning salons and denturist offices. Dr.
Grahame Usher, a metro dentist and newly-appointed president of the Nova
Scotia Dental Association, is urging consumers to be wary of what they're
applying to their teeth. "The strength of the concentration of peroxide, which
is what whitens the tooth surface, is of concern," said Dr. Usher. "It can
certainly damage gums and other soft tissue if used incorrectly. It's
professional grade product, and in many cases much stronger than over-the-
counter tooth whiteners."
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Adults With Wisdom Teeth Often Develop Gum Disease
Washington Post, United States
Young adults who keep their wisdom teeth often quickly develop gum disease,
which appears to increase the risk of pregnancy complications and possibly
other health problems, according to the first large studies to carefully evaluate
the risks posed by wisdom teeth.
The research, which is being released today, should prompt more dentists and
patients to closely monitor the extra molars -- and consider removing them -- even
if they are not impacted or causing obvious problems, experts said.
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