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Who wants to regrow your worn out teeth?

josh — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:24:20 +0000

Combat Cavities By Re-Growing Your Decaying Teeth
A team of researchers at the University of Leeds’ School of Chemistry is developing a pain-free method to combat cavities.

The technique uses a fluid called P 11-4 that has a fiber-like peptide. When the fluid is applied to a damaged tooth, it fills the tooth’s cavities and forms a gel matrix that attracts calcium.

Slowly, this matrix will rebuild the damaged part of the tooth. Best of all, there’s no Novocaine, no drilling involved.

10 dumb things you do at the doc’s office

josh — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:29:15 +0000

(FROM CNN) — As much as she would like to, Dr. Lissa Rankin, will never forget the woman who planned her wedding on her examining table.
“Every 15 seconds, her cell phone was going off, and she was answering it!” Rankin recalls. “It was like, ‘That’s not the cake I ordered,’ and, ‘No, it’s the other gown,’ and I said to her, ‘Is this a bad time? Should I come back later?’ “
The bride may have been doing great things for her wedding, but she was sabotaging her own care — and it was a really important visit.
Talking on your cell phone in the examining room, forgetting what medicines you take and lying to your doctor about your personal health habits are all ways of compromising your health.
“The doctor-patient relationship is like a business partnership,” Rankin says. “We need to work together. Trust me to guide you but be willing to do your part.”

1. You talk on your cell phone.
This is your health we’re talking about. Other calls can wait. Turn the thing off.

2. You lie.
“I need to treat you the best way I can, so if you’re gay, tell me. If you drink a bottle of tequila every night, I need to know. If you’re having an affair and not using condoms, let me know,” says Rankin, who blogs at “Owning Pink.” “I promise I won’t judge you.”

3. You do a sloppy job describing your pain.
Is it stabbing or burning? Sudden or constant? Tingling or hot? The answers will help your doctor make the right diagnosis.
“You should describe the exact location, how intense the pain was, what provoked it and how long it lasted,” says Dr. Nieca Goldberg, director of the New York University Women’s Heart Program.
The week before your appointment, keep a diary of your pain and your other symptoms, too, advises Dr. Loren Fishman, a clinical professor of rehabilitative medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He suggests using this time to also think about the questions you want to ask your doctor and what you hope to get out of your appointment.

4. You don’t state up front all the reasons for your visit.
If your ear hurts, your knee pops out when you run and you have a sty in your eye, state all three concerns at the beginning of the appointment so your doctor can plan your visit efficiently, advises Dr. Howard Beckman, an internist and clinical professor of medicine at the University of Rochester.

5. You don’t state up front your expectations for your visit.
If you have certain hopes or expectations — the doctor will pop that sty in your eye or prescribe antibiotics for your sore ear — say so. The doctor can then explain if your expectations are realistic, and you’ll be happier in the end.
“Sometimes patients are out of proportion to what the reality is, like the 44-year-old woman who hopes to get pregnant in one IVF cycle,” says Dr. Jamie Grifo, program director of the New York University Fertility Center. “If they don’t communicate patients’ expectations, then I can’t address them.”

6. You don’t know what medications you’re taking.
“Patients should bring a list of medications they’re actually taking, not what they believe they are supposed to be taking, or what they think I want them to take,” Beckman advises.
If you take supplements, Rankin suggests you bring them in, since supplements aren’t standardized like prescription drugs, and your doctor will want to see all the ingredients.

7. You leave with unspoken questions and concerns.
If a question’s in your head, ask it, even if you think the doctor is rushed. If you’re worried your headache might be a brain tumor, say it even if you think you sound like a hypochondriac.

8. You don’t bring your medical records or images with you.
Yes, even in this day and age, many doctors rely on the fax machine to send medical records to and fro. Faxes goof up, so unless you absolutely, positively know your doctor has your records and images from another office, bring them with you, doctors advise.

9. You’re too scared to disagree with your doctor.
If your doctor suggests you need an antidepressant and you don’t want to take it, say so instead of nodding your head, taking the prescription and throwing it away the minute you’re out the door. Or if she suggests a medication you can’t afford, just say so.
“I know many of you are programmed not to question your doctor, but we can’t read your mind, so we need you to communicate,” Rankin says. “If the treatment plan I suggest doesn’t resonate with the intuitive wisdom of your Inner Healer, please tell me, instead of ignoring what I suggest.”

10. You don’t comply with the treatment plan.
For doctors, this is the granddaddy of them all. If you’ve followed all the advice above, you should have a treatment plan that makes sense to you and one you’re able to execute.
“Please follow through and do what you’ve agreed to do,” Rankin says. “And if you don’t, please tell me so I don’t mistakenly assume the treatment failed. I won’t jump all over you. I just need to know.”

I hope they lock this guy up for a while

josh — Mon, 16 May 2011 13:41:32 +0000

Teenage boy removes a couple teeth after his father refused to take him to the dentist for months.

New Accent

josh — Mon, 16 May 2011 13:24:06 +0000

A woman sedated by a dentist comes out of it with a foreign accent. CNN’s Jeanne Moos reports.

How to remove a loose baby tooth

josh — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 23:12:15 +0000

Halitosis Anyone? Tips to ditch the bad breath

josh — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:50:00 +0000

Having bad breath or halitosis is an embarrassing situation that can lead to problems in relationships and work. Bad breath develops from the bacteria that are present in our mouth.

These bacteria contact with the food we eat and release a foul odor. Most people are not aware that they have bad breath or the discomfort that is causes other people.
Causes of Bad Breath

Sulphur-producing bacteria that are found within the surface of the tongue and in the throat cause bad breath. Tooth decay and gum problems are also the common causes of bad breath.

The objectionable odor to the breath comes from the abscesses in the gums with foul smelling pus as a result of dental decay at the roots of the teeth. These germs can still multiply and release foul odors even in the small holes in the teeth.

Studies have shown that medications that cause dry mouth such as anti-depressants, high blood medications and anti-histamines can cause bad breath.

Dry mouth causes bad breath. When you have dry mouth, especially in the morning, dead cells accumulate in the mouth and decompose causing foul odor.

Some of the other causes of bad breath include:

* Tobacco chewing
* Smoking
* Alcohol
* Gum (periodontal) disease
* Anemia

Finally, dry mouth causes bad breath. When you have dry mouth, especially in the morning, dead cells accumulate in the mouth and decompose causing foul odor.
Bad Breath Remedies at Home

There are several simple and practical remedies that you can try at home as halitosis cure. These include:

1. Brush with baking soda to reduce the acidity in the mouth and make it difficult for the bacteria to grow
2. Brush and rinse using hydrogen peroxide when you have upper respiratory infections but don’t swallow it
3. Gargle with salt water to reduce bacteria in the mouth
4. Avoid eating foods with refined carbohydrates and sugars like cookies, sweets, cakes, carbonated soft drinks, ice creams and syrups
5. Drink sufficient amount of water (6-8 glasses) daily
6. Brush teeth daily especially before going to bed
7. Mix a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds to ½ liter of water, simmer for 15 minutes, strain and drink as tea
8. Exercise and eat fiber rich foods to prevent constipation
9. Stop bad breath and gum bleeding by chewing unripe guava fruit or its tender leaves
10. Eat avocado to remove intestinal decomposition that leads to bad breath

Effective Halitosis Treatment

Come see Albion Dental Center if bad breath still persists despite the bad breath remedies done at home. We will determine if there are other underlying medical causes of your oral problem.

We will also consider the use of a saliva substitute if the dryness in your mouth persists. This is done when it is determined that the cause of dryness in the mouth is not due to allergic reactions.

Visit Albion Dental Center regularly for a professional and thorough cleaning. The removal of plaque decreases the supply of food for the bacteria that causes bad breath.

You do not have to suffer the stigma of having bad breath. There are practical remedies and treatments that are available to remove bad breath.

Brushing teeth for kids

josh — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:39:36 +0000

Antiseptic Mouthwash – Unusual Uses

josh — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 05:54:13 +0000

Antiseptic mouthwash is designed to kill germs in your mouth and keep your mouth clean. It’s those very properties that make mouthwash a perfect cleaner and disinfectant for other surfaces in your home too. So grab a bottle of Listerine and try these eight ideas for yourself!

Disinfect your toothbrush.
Wash your toothbrush with some antiseptic mouthwash every couple of days to ensure there is no lingering bacteria that could make you sick!

Clean the toilet.
All you need is half a cup of mouthwash. Just pour it in the toilet, swish it around with a toilet brush and flush! It’ll kill the germs and shine the bowl in one fell swoop.

Clean grout and inhibit mold growth.
Dip an old toothbrush dipped in mouthwash to clean grout. It’s also strong enough to cut easily through hard water stains and build-up. Just make sure you label that toothbrush for cleaning only!

Shine mirrors and handles.
Use a little on a lint free cloth to shine up mirrors and disinfect medicine cabinet handles, doorknobs, faucets and flush levers.

Clean television and computer screens.
A little alcohol based antiseptic mouthwash will clean dirt, grease and fingerprints off of those surfaces in short order.

Remove bacteria from laundry.
Add a cup of mouthwash to each load of laundry along with your detergent to kill those unwanted germs.

Banish a blemish.
Use a cotton swab to dab some mouthwash on the area, it’ll kill the bacteria and clear up the blemish.

Disinfect a cut or scrape.
In the absence of antiseptic wipes or creams, mouthwash will clean and disinfect injuries in one step!

Tip: All of these tactics should only be attempted with a sugar-free, alcohol-based antiseptic mouthwash. At a few bucks a bottle, you can’t go wrong!

Cigarette Smoking Effects on Teeth

josh — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 14:53:30 +0000

Smoking is known to cause lung disease and cancer, and is one of the leading causes of death in the world. One of the more obvious side effects of smoking is the damage that it causes to your looks–more specifically, your teeth.

Infections
Because smoking lowers the body’s immune system, it lessens the body’s ability to fight infections, including infections in the mouth. This means smoking hastens gum disease and gingivitis.
Yellowing
Cigarettes contain tars, which leave sticky deposits on teeth, and which in turn cause unattractive yellow and brown stains on the teeth.
Plaque
Smokers develop more plaque than non-smokers because smoking increases the bacteria that form plaque and inflamed gums.
Tooth Loss
The inflamed gums and excess plaque caused by smoking can lead to tooth loss.
Dry Socket
Smokers experience slow healing after dental surgery and tooth removal, which leads to a condition called dry socket. This condition is painful and requires medical attention.

Read more: Cigarette Smoking Effects on Teeth | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/facts_5005214_cigarette-smoking-effects-teeth.html

What Causes Sensitive Teeth?

josh — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 04:50:12 +0000

Sensitive teeth occur when the underlying layer of your teeth — the dentin — becomes exposed as a result of receding gum tissue (the protective blanket that covers the tooth roots). The roots, which are not covered by hard enamel, contain thousands of tiny tubules leading to the tooth’s nerve center (the pulp). These dentinal tubules (or channels) allow the stimuli — for example, the hot, cold, or sweet food — to reach the nerve in your tooth, which results in the pain you feel.

There are many factors that may lead to sensitive teeth, including.

Brushing too hard. Over time, brushing too hard or using a hard-bristled toothbrush can wear down enamel and cause the dentin to be exposed. It can also cause recession of the gums (the gum tissue pulls away from the teeth).

Tooth decay near the gum line.
Recession of the gums. As gums move away from a tooth due to conditions such as periodontal disease, the root surface becomes exposed.
Gum disease (gingivitis) . Inflamed and sore gum tissue may cause sensitivity due to the loss of supporting ligaments, which exposes the root surface that leads directly to the nerve of the tooth.
Cracked teeth. Chipped or broken teeth may fill with bacteria from plaque and enter the pulp causing Inflammation.
Teeth grinding . Grinding or clenching your teeth may wear down the enamel and expose underlying dentin.
Tooth whitening products or toothpaste with baking soda and peroxide. These products are major contributors to sensitive teeth.
Your age. Tooth sensitivity is highest between the ages of 25 and 30.
Plaque build-up. The presence of plaque on the root surfaces can cause sensitivity.

Mouthwash use. Long-term use of some mouthwashes. Some over-the-counter mouthwashes contain acids that can worsen tooth sensitivity if you have exposed dentin (the middle layer of the tooth). The acids further damage the dentin layer of the tooth. If you have dentin sensitivity, ask your dentist about the use of a neutral fluoride solution.

Acidic foods. Regular consumption of foods with a high acid content, such as citrus fruits, tomatoes, pickles, and tea, can cause enamel erosion.

Recent routine dental procedures. Sensitivity can occur following teeth cleaning, root planing, crown placement, and tooth restoration. Sensitivity caused by dental procedures is temporary, usually disappearing in four to six weeks.

What Can I Do to Reduce Tooth Sensitivity?

Some steps you can take to prevent tooth sensitivity include:

Maintain good oral hygiene. Continue to follow proper brushing and flossing techniques to thoroughly clean all parts of your teeth and mouth.
Use a soft bristled toothbrush. This will result in less toothbrush abrasion to the tooth surface and less irritation to your gums. Brush gently and carefully around the gum line so you do not remove more gum tissue.
Use desensitizing toothpaste. There are several brands of toothpaste available for sensitive teeth. With regular use you should notice a decrease in sensitivity. You may need to try several different brands to find the product that works best for you. Another tip. spread a thin layer of the toothpaste on the exposed tooth roots with your finger or a Q-tip before you go to bed. Do not use a tartar control toothpaste; rather, use a fluoridated toothpaste.
Watch what you eat. Frequent consumption of highly acid foods can gradually dissolve tooth enamel and lead to dentin exposure. They may also aggravate the sensitivity and start the pain reaction.
Use fluoridated dental products. Daily use of a fluoridated mouth rinse can decrease sensitivity. Ask your dentist about available products for home use.
Avoid teeth grinding. If you grind or clench your teeth, use a mouth guard at night.
See your dentist at regular intervals. Get professional tooth cleaning, oral hygiene instructions, and fluoride treatments every six months (or sooner depending on your condition).