Dental

Do you have dental phobia? If yes, just smell Lavender scent before visiting your dentist. It will help you calm down your anxiety levels, suggests a new British study.

Brushing teeth regularly not only provides protection against tooth decay but can also help reduce an individual’s chances of developing heart disease, a new study has revealed.

Researchers at the esteemed Dental Institute at King's College London claimed to have discovered a new species of bacteria, known as Prevotella histicola, lurking within the flesh lining the mouth. The findings may lead to a better understanding of oral problems like, tooth decay and gum disease, and may pour in better treatments for the same, a new research assures.

Gummy bear candies lovers have got one more reason to eat daily after a U.S. study found sweets made with the sugar substitute xylitol could actually minimize the risk of cavities.

Many people when loose a tooth, consider it unnecessary to replace it immediately, thinking it to be an expense they can do without. However, treating tooth loss as an exclusive problem unrelated with any other could prove to be a costly mistake in the future, study reveals.

Better care of teeth and gums can be the key to controlling type 2 diabetesdefine, researchers of a new study finds.

Now every time you go to your dentist to get your ‘pearlies’ repaired, be very sure of what stuff he fills in, to get them back in shape. For, a recent statement from the FDA alerts consumers against the use of silver colored dental fillings, which might prove harmful to pregnant women, children and foetuses, thanks to the mercury content in them.

Think twice before you reach out for your favorite drink particularly if it’s a smoothie. Dentists say excessive intake of smoothies can cause tooth decay and other oral problems. While fruit content in smoothie makes it an attractive option as a health drink, many are not aware of the high sugar levels in the drink that may cause acid build up that can further erode the teeth enamel.

A dentist's injection typically causes numbness for several hours. This experience could soon be history. Scientists have been able to block the pain and numb feeling that lingers long in the gums after a visit to the dentist using chili peppers.

Local anesthetics are pain killers which are used during operations whereby patients remain alert during the procedure and thus, do not require general anesthesiadefine. These common analgesics, including lidocaine, affect all neurons in the treated area. As a result, along with the pain receptors, the touch receptors are also blocked producing numbness. Neurons, controlling muscles, are silenced as well, producing a temporary paralysis.

Washington -- Researchers have revealed that fruit, yoghurt, citric and soft drinks, may seem like harmless snacks and beverages, but improper consumption and overuse may lead to devastating and permanent damage to teeth.

It’s known as tooth erosion, the break down of tooth structure caused by the effect of acid on the teeth that leads to decay.

“Early diagnosis and prevention of the effects of tooth erosion are fundamental to keeping teeth healthy for life. Sipping or holding acidic drinks in the mouth before swallowing increases the risk of erosion on dental enamel,” said Dr. David Bartlett.