Can improving oral health prolong life after menopause?

Are postmenopausal women with periodontitis or edentulism at greater risk of cardiovascular disease and death? A large prospective study examined the risk of cardiovascular disease and death in this population, with the results suggesting that improving oral health could lengthen life. Lead study author Michael LaMonte, PhD, MPH. Image courtesy of the University of Buffalo. Researchers examined the relationship between periodontitis and cardiovascular disease in a large cohort of postmenopausal

Week in Review: Oral health in postmenopausal and pregnant women; plus a new legal case

Dear DrBicuspid Member, Are postmenopausal women with periodontitis or edentulism at a greater risk of heart disease and death? A new study from the Journal of the American Heart Association looked at the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality in this population, with the results suggesting that improving oral health could lengthen life. Learn more here. Meanwhile, Dr. Sheri Doniger also addresses this study in her latest column, using it to

Dental groups say mouthguards are cost-effective

Five dental organizations are working together during National Facial Protection Month in April to educate parents, caregivers, and coaches about how to prevent head and facial injuries while playing sports. The organizations are the American Dental Association, the Academy for Sports Dentistry, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the American Association of Orthodontists. They recommend that athletes in all sports wear

Legal Cases: Mandibular fracture after implant placement

HuangshanDental.com is pleased to present the next column from two lawyers who spend every day defending dentists in litigation and before the licensing board. The purpose of this column is to offer our readers a fresh perspective on common practice and risk management issues from attorneys who litigate these issues in the real world. A 68-year-old woman who had been edentulous for many years was growing increasingly unhappy with the

New product: Sanofi launches kids’ toothpaste

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare has launched a new fluoride toothpaste for children. ACT Kids toothpaste is for children age 2 and older. It is available in two flavors: bubble gum and fruit punch. It will be available at retailers such as Walmart, Target, and Walgreens, according to the company.

Why do pregnant women have more dental problems?

Pregnant women are believed to face an increased risk of gingival bleeding and tooth decay. But when during pregnancy do these changes occur, and could differences in oral health status, behavior, or attitude be responsible? Two poster studies presented at the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) annual meeting examined some of these issues. Marika Hasunen, a doctoral student at the Institute of Dentistry at the University of Turku in

Tooth Removal Cost in Thailand

The final cost of tooth extraction depends on the type of tooth being extracted, the extensiveness of the surgery required, the number of teeth to be pulled, the type of sedation or anesthesia needed, and your state of oral health. Cutting to the chase, the tooth removal cost in Thailand can be as low as $13 and as high as $57. Therefore, the average price of extracting teeth in Thailand

What is the Cost of Different Types of Veneers?

A veneer is kind of a minor version of getting a full dental crown, but certainly a step up compared to using fillings in order to fill in gaps or cover the imperfections of your tooth or teeth. It’s one of the most popular treatments for changing your smile’s appearance. It’s amazingly effective and it’s more than a single treatment. Before you can learn about the cost of veneers, you need to

How Much Do Porcelain Veneers Cost in Thailand?

A veneer is like a step up to using a dental filling to fill in the holes or dental caries on your teeth or bleaching your teeth to make them whiter, but it’s not quite the level of purchasing a whole new crown to cover your misshapen or broken teeth. As far as changing the appearance of your smile is concerned, porcelain veneers are definitely one of the most popular

Dental Extraction Procedure, Pain, Healing Time, and Aftercare

Even though the most requested cosmetic dental procedure available in the United States of America is tooth or teeth whitening, it takes more than bleach to end up with a smile of perfect pearly whites. You need to be quite hygienic with your mouth to maintain dental healthiness. When it comes to dental extraction, it’s probably one of the most requested dental procedures as well. To wit: • Everyone has

Are e-cigarettes more harmful than regular cigarettes?

The use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) has grown in recent years in part because of a belief that their use is safer than conventional cigarettes, or that they may be helpful for quitting tobacco use. However, the effects of e-cigarettes on the oral microbiome are not well-studied. Therefore, researchers from Ohio sought to investigate how the use of e-cigarettes may change the subgingival microbiome. Their results suggest that smoking e-cigarettes

Health policy debate needs to protect children’s benefits

These past few weeks have been a roller-coaster ride for those of us following the health policy debates in Congress. The controversial American Health Care Act (AHCA) drew strong reactions from policymakers and the public alike, ultimately resulting in the cancellation of any vote on the bill itself. While many are breathing a sigh of relief, it is important to understand what was at risk, especially for oral health, and