Historic Antarctic hut is engulfed by fire after a fuel leak May 26, 2009
Page last updated at 12:23 GMT, Monday, 25 May 2009 13:23 UK. Iconic' Antarctic hut burns down. (BBC News -- Science)
Gene links heart and gum disease May 26, 2009
Gum disease - periodontitis - is known to be associated with heart disease but how exactly they are linked is unknown ... Study leader Dr Arne Schaefer said gum disease should be taken very seriously and treated as early as possible ... One theory is that the bacteria involved in gum disease trigger a low grade inflammatory response throughout the body, prompting changes in the arteries leading to strokes and heart attacks. (BBC News -- Health)
Rebels claim Somali suicide bomb May 26, 2009
Page last updated at 11:12 GMT, Monday, 25 May 2009 12:12 UK. Please turn on JavaScript. (BBC News -- Africa)
Shared Genetic Link Between Dental Disease Periodontitis And Heart Attack Discovered May 26, 2009
ScienceDaily (May 25, 2009) Vienna, Austria: The relationship between the dental disease periodontitis and coronary heart disease (CHD) has been known for several years. Although a genetic link seemed likely, until now its existence was uncertain. (Science Daily)
Deforestation 'faster' in Africa May 26, 2009
Page last updated at 06:57 GMT, Tuesday, 26 May 2009 07:57 UK. Faster deforestation' for Africa. (BBC News -- Africa)
Pan-Africanist dies in car crash May 26, 2009
Page last updated at 16:40 GMT, Monday, 25 May 2009 17:40 UK. Abdul-Raheem died on Africa Day (Pic: Tim Gander www. (BBC News -- Africa)
British actors dominate TV Globes May 26, 2009
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Focus on Seniors: Sometimes, a tooth isn't worth saving May 25, 2009
Periodontists, people who specialize in gum disease, were there to help you save your teeth from the ravages of gum or periodontal disease ... So you would have a tooth that is weakened by gum disease and decay and has a dead nerve. (Florida Today)
Judge says county was right to seize dogs; kennel-owner must pay $21,000 May 20, 2009
In addition, he said the "majority of the dogs had some type of gum disease.". Initially, 49 dogs were seized, but one dog was seized a week later, making the total seizure 50 dogs. (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Health calendar May 15, 2009
"LINKS BETWEEN ORAL HEALTH AND OVERALL WELLNESS," one of Castle Medical Center's "Advances in Medicine" seminar series; presentation by Windward dentists Russell Kim and Maile Kim, including discussion of gum disease links to diabetes, heart disease and pregnancy complications, and risk factors for oral cancer; 6:30 p.m. May 14, CMC Wellness Center auditorium; free; reservations, 263-5400. "CULTURES THAT HONOR ELDERS," third of a series of "Aging: Roundtable of Many Views," workshops for those... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Closer To An Effective Treatment For Gum Disease In Smokers May 14, 2009
ScienceDaily (May 13, 2009) Scientists in the USA have discovered why smokers may be more prone to chronic gum disease (periodontitis). One of the bacteria responsible for this infection responds to cigarette smoke changing its properties and the way it infects a smokers mouth. (Science Daily)
Cranberry Glaze for all Seasons May 2, 2009
This ability to block bacteria, especially those associated with urinary tract infections, inhibit bacteria from attaching to the urinary tract wall, and may aid in stopping the bacteria associated with stomach ulcers and gum disease. What are antioxidants. (Suite101.com)
Simple Color-Changing Strip Tests for Gum Disease Apr 15, 2009
About 80 percent of adults suffer from some form of periodontal, or gum disease, which can result in not just tooth loss, but has also been linked to heart disease, diabetes, blood infection, low birth-weight babies, cancer and most recently, obesity ... But researchers at Temple University have found that a simple color-changing oral strip can help detect gum disease in a patient more quickly and easily than traditional screening methods ... "A higher concentration of these compounds means a... (Newsmax)
A healthy color Apr 11, 2009
Temple U dentists find that a simple color-changing strip can be quicker, easier way to test for gum disease. About 80 percent of adults suffer from some form of periodontal, or gum disease, which can result in not just tooth loss, but has also been linked to heart disease, diabetes, blood infection, low birth-weight babies, cancer and most recently, obesity ... But researchers at Temple University have found that a simple color-changing oral strip can help detect gum disease in a patient more... (EurekAlert!)
A strip can reveal gum disease Apr 11, 2009
WASHINGTON: About 80 percent of adults suffer from some kind of gum disease, which causes tooth loss. Gum diseases are also linked to heart disease, diabetes and cancer ... Temple University researchers have found that a simple colour-changing oral strip can help detect gum disease, more quickly and easily than some painful traditional methods. (India Times, India)
Fleet helps navigate life Apr 9, 2009
I went to the doctor because the dentist whom I saw in case I had fatal gum disease (never even mentioned it, but I had no cavities) had noticed a slightly swollen lymph node in my neck. I was already practicing how I'd respond to the words "terminal cancer" when my doctor noted that the last time I saw him was exactly a year ago. (Anchorage Daily News)
Doctors: Thyroid drug can hurt liver, kill kids Apr 9, 2009
Learn More About Gum Disease And Find An Orthdontist Near You. Potent, non-prescription thyroid support formulas. (Yahoo News)
Targeting Specific Disease-causing Bacteria In The Mouth Apr 9, 2009
When this newly-formed narrow-spectrum antibiotic was tested on a mix of bacteria that included the target organism, Porphyromonas gingivalis, a cause of gum disease, low concentrations of the antibiotic killed the P. gingivalis bacteria but left the other two bacterial species in the mix untouched ... The finding could help scientists to understand tooth decay and gum disease and may lead to better treatments, according to research. (Science Daily)
Gene Therapy Appears Safe To Regenerate Gum Tissue Apr 9, 2009
(July 18, 2006) Titanium dental implants coated with proteins that induce bone formation may be a key advancement in treating tooth loss due to gum disease, researchers. (June 14, 2007) Researchers have discovered a way to transfer genes, which they hope will restore hearing, into diseased tissue of the human inner ear. (Science Daily)
Obesity Boosts Gum Disease Risk Apr 7, 2009
SATURDAY, April 4 (HealthDay News) -- Obese adults are at higher risk of gum disease than are normal-weight people, a new study finds. For many years, researchers have been trying to determine the link between gum disease and cardiovascular risk, said study author Monik Jimenez, a doctoral candidate at the Harvard School of Public Health ... Researchers gathered information on the men's height, weight and self-reported gum disease diagnoses, as well as their waist and hip measurements. (MEDLINEplus)
Obesity Associated With Periodontal Disease Apr 7, 2009
Periodontal, or gum diseases have been linked to systemic health conditions including. (Apr. (Science Daily)
Focus on Seniors: Be aware of periodontal disease Apr 6, 2009
Periodontal disease, commonly called gum disease, isn't a disease of the gums at all. It is a bacterial infection that involves the root surface of the tooth, the part of the tooth below the gum line, and its interface with the surrounding bone. (Florida Today)
From fish oil to healthy gums Apr 6, 2009
In a previous study, the researchers have already found that compounds derived from EPA provide protection against soft tissue and bone loss associated with gum disease, and restore the lost soft tissue and bone to healthy levels. In their latest study, the Boston researchers conducted experiments to test the actions of compounds biosynthesized from DHA in regulating tissue destruction and resolution of inflammation in gum disease ... For their study, the researchers used the bacteria that cause... (India Times, India)
Human Embryonic Stem Cells May Revolutionize Treatment of Oral Disease Apr 6, 2009
The finding could help scientists to understand tooth decay and gum disease and may lead to better treatments, according to research. . (Science Daily)
Your oral health is connected to your overall health Apr 5, 2009
Public release date: 4-Apr-2009. Contact: Linda Hemphill. (EurekAlert!)
Resolvins have the potential to resolve periodontal inflammation and restore tissue health Apr 5, 2009
To date, the prevention of gum disease has been limited to successful oral hygiene and regular professional care ... The investigators have previously shown that topical application of RvE1 in experimental gum disease provided protection against soft tissue and bone loss associated with gum disease and, remarkably, restored the lost soft tissue and bone to healthy levels ... Since, in recent studies, DHA-derived Resolvin D1 (RvD1) was shown to provide protection against tissue damage in several... (EurekAlert!)
The More Oral Bacteria, The Higher The Risk Of Heart Attack, Study Shows Apr 3, 2009
2, 2009) Several studies have suggested there is a connection between organisms that cause gum disease, known scientifically as periodontal disease, and the development of heart disease, but few studies have tested this theory ... A study conducted at the University at Buffalo, where the gum disease/heart disease connection was uncovered, now has shown that two oral pathogens in the mouth were associated with an increased risk of having a heart attack, but that the total number of germs,... (Science Daily)
Brush your teeth, it could prevent a heart attack Apr 2, 2009
Doctors are not sure how bacteria may be linked with heart attacks but several studies have shown associations between gum disease and heart disease. Bacteria may set off general inflammation that in turn causes blood to clot. (MSNBC -- Health)
China: Hand, foot and mouth virus kills 18 kids Mar 27, 2009
mouth gum disease can lead to tooth loss if not treated by a periodontist. Featured. (Yahoo News)
McAllister: Got bad breath? Blame oral bacteria Mar 25, 2009
Proper treatment of tooth decay, gum disease, chronic sinus drainage and stomach ulcers can correct many cases of halitosis ... Mints, gums and mouthwashes containing the natural sweetener xylitol have been shown to reduce tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath by inhibiting the growth of Streptococcus mutans and other oral bacteria. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
First High-resolution Images Of Bone, Tooth And Shell Formation Mar 15, 2009
(July 18, 2006) Titanium dental implants coated with proteins that induce bone formation may be a key advancement in treating tooth loss due to gum disease, researchers. (Apr. (Science Daily)
Five things you didn’t know about ... nutrition Mar 11, 2009
Both signs may indicate a potential for gum disease, a known source of bad breath. The mouth is one of the first areas to show vitamin deficiencies due to the rapid turnover of cells. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Go green for healthy teeth and gums Mar 6, 2009
To learn more about gum disease, locate a periodontist, or to find out if you are at risk for periodontal disease, visit or call (800) FLOSS-EM (800/356-7736). About the American Academy of Periodontology. (EurekAlert!)
Spit Reveals What Lives In Your Mouth Feb 28, 2009
The finding could help scientists to understand tooth decay and gum disease and may lead to better treatments, according to research. (May 25, 2008) The human body is home to a diverse range of microorganisms, estimated to outnumber human cells in a healthy adult by ten fold. (Science Daily)
Scientists seek genes that make teeth grow all in a row Feb 27, 2009
If wondering about shark teeth seems rather wonky, consider: Tooth loss from gum disease is a major problem, here and abroad, and dentures or dental implants are far from perfect treatments. If scientists knew exactly what triggers a new tooth to grow in the first place, it's possible they could switch that early-in-life process on again during adulthood to regenerate teeth. (Boston Globe)
Scientists discover why teeth form in a single row Feb 27, 2009
U.S. adults aged 20 years and older are missing an average of four teeth due to gum disease, trauma or congenital defects. Tooth loss makes chewing difficult, causes speech problems, accelerates oral disease, and disfigures the face. (EurekAlert!)
A long list of diseases falls under the 'nobody talks about' pitch Feb 25, 2009
Gum disease and tooth loss. CONTINUED 1. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
For healthy teeth Feb 25, 2009
Gingivitis is an early, reversible form of gum disease resulting from inadequate plaque removal. Gingivitis can lead to periodontitis (advanced gum disease), which left untreated can result in eventual tooth loss. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
AIDS becomes China's deadliest infectious disease Feb 20, 2009
Learn More About Gum Disease And Find An Orthdontist Near You. Leading the Quest: Crohn's Disease Symptoms, Diagnosis ments. (Yahoo News)
Help for smokers Feb 17, 2009
These products cause mouth cancer and gum disease. They also destroy the bone sockets around teeth and can cause teeth to fall out. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Could Gum Disease Trigger Full-Blown AIDS? Feb 13, 2009
com - Could Gum Disease Trigger Full-Blown AIDS ... Could Gum Disease Trigger Full-Blown AIDS ... Billing it as a world first, a Japanese researcher said an acid produced in the mouth due to gum disease activates the virus that can lead to full-blown AIDS, Agence-France Presse reported. (FOXNews)
Victim testimony concludes Feb 12, 2009
She said her mother explained her shaved head as a necessary to relieve the discomfort of psoriasis on her scalp, and the tooth loss due to advanced gum disease. The daughter said Sanchez told her it would take five more years for him to effectively aid the girl's mother. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Dr. shocked by woman's wounds Feb 11, 2009
"I told her I had gum disease and my teeth were falling out," the alleged victim said. "I told her the dentist had pulled them out.". (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Brace yourself: More adults are getting cosmetic dental treatment Feb 9, 2009
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Gum Disease Treatment Doesn't Cut Preterm Birth Risk Feb 7, 2009
THURSDAY, Jan. 29 (HealthDay News) -- Treating gum disease doesn't decrease a woman's risk of preterm birth, according to a U.S. study that challenges previous research suggesting a link ... More research is needed to better understand the relationship between gum disease and preterm birth ... She suggested that preterm birth and gum disease may share a common underlying trait, such as an exaggerated inflammatory response. (MEDLINEplus)
Is a kiss just a kiss? Apr 1, 2008
Most of the oral microbes are harmless, but some cause tooth decay and gum disease, while others may carry more serious consequences. Oral microorganisms appear in infections throughout the human body, Dr. Bruce Paster with the Forsyth Institute said in a statement. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
First Comprehensive Database Of Human Oral Microbiome Launched Mar 28, 2008
21, 2005) The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today approved a new prescription treatment for gingivitis, a common gum disease that affects most adults at some point in their lives. The Decapinol Oral Rinse. (Science Daily)
Rodeo promoter rejects tobacco sponsorships Mar 28, 2008
It can lead to oral cancer, gum disease and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. About 8. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Periowave(TM) Gum Disease Treatment Studies to be Presented at AADR Annual Meeting Mar 27, 2008
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Seven Ways to Save on Dental Expenses Mar 26, 2008
It is commonly known that athletes have a very low incidence of gum disease. Regular healthy exercise improves circulation and immune function, said Curatola. (Fox News)
Periodontal Disease Can Lead To Gestational Diabetes, Study Shows Mar 26, 2008
"In addition to its potential role in preterm delivery, evidence that gum disease may also contribute to gestational diabetes suggests that women should see a dentist if they plan to get pregnant, and after becoming pregnant," says Dasanayake. "Treating gum disease during pregnancy has been shown to be safe and effective in improving women's oral health and minimizing potential risks.". (Science Daily)
Pet dental health Mar 20, 2008
This can then get into the gums and cause gum disease, and the bacteria can make it's way into the bloodstream, affecting your dog's kidneys and overall health. If left untreated, gum disease can become bad enough that the teeth will rot and fall out. (Suite101.com)
Open wide pleasePhantom heads helping to solve the dental crisis Mar 18, 2008
" Professor Kay added that the tutors always impressed on students that they must treat the heads as if they are real patients. "That way they get into good habits early," she said. They even have 'lift music' Dr Tracy de Peralta, associate director of clinical dentistry, said the 64 students are each allocated their own head in a work pod, which they have to treat as their own surgery. When working with their heads the students, who are set to graduate in 2011, have to wear gowns, rubber gloves... (BBC News -- Health)
Better Regulation Of Home Genetic Tests Needed, Researchers Urge Mar 17, 2008
13, 2000) Heart attack survivors who suffer advanced gum disease show significantly higher levels of a protein in their blood called C-reactive protein (CRP) than such patients without gum disease, new. (Jun. (Science Daily)
A natural solution to tiredness Mar 15, 2008
What the article also forgets to mention is that CoQ10 is taken every day by thousands of Danes and Japanese as it known to reverse and prevent gum disease. drew, london. (Times Online)
Smokeless perils Mar 4, 2008
Exposure to spit tobacco can lead to cancer of the esophagus, larynx, cheeks, stomach and pancreas; soft-tissue lesions; gum disease; tooth decay; and permanent discoloration of the teeth. "We know that smokeless tobacco contains 28 cancer-causing agents and increases the risk of cancer in the oral cavity," said Joel London in the Office on Smoking and Health at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Durango Herald)
$360m scheme to give teens more bite Mar 2, 2008
Half of all Australian teenagers also have some sign of gum disease. Government medical authorities have rated tooth decay as Australia's most prevalent health problem. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Race variants in immune genes Mar 1, 2008
This backs up previous work which has shown African Americans may be more susceptible than Caucasians to infection, such as the gum disease bug Porphyromonas gingivalis. The US study also found activity levels varied significantly in genes involved in basic cellular processes which are thought to play a part in how the body responds to drugs, including the risk of side effects. (BBC News -- Health)
Reason to smile Feb 26, 2008
In addition to scheduling routine cleanings every six months, the hygienist spends time with each patient to explain the importance of brushing and flossing teeth during pregnancy to prevent gum disease. According to Suzanne Rivera, dental hygienist at CHC, it isn t uncommon for pregnant women often have difficulty with their oral health. (Montana Standard, MT)
Pot smoke may ruin a smile Feb 26, 2008
It may not just give you a bad case of the munchies: Regular marijuana smoking appears to increase young adults risk of gum disease, a problem typically associated with aging. As part of a long-term health study, a team led by researchers at the Dunedin School of Medicine in New Zealand followed about 900 people born in 1972 and 1973 to assess the effects of marijuana on periodontal disease. (Montana Standard, MT)
Dentist makes door-to-door effort for backroads poor Feb 25, 2008
His gum disease is advanced, and some of his teeth are so loose he could swallow them or inhale them. A timely $100 extraction can save $50,000 worth of surgery, hospitalization, and complications. (Boston Globe)
Yogurt may take bite out of gum disease Feb 22, 2008
Yogurt may take the bite out of gum disease. But researchers can't say the same about the benefits of milk, cheese. (MSNBC -- Health)
Free dental clinic will begin treating patients March 7 Feb 21, 2008
Orange Park dentist Greg Archambault, spokesman for the clinic, which was created by the Clay County Dental Society, said several children had severe gum disease from lack of dental care. "I had a 16-year-old today who had never been to a dentist before," said clinic hygienist Luann McKernan. (Florida Times-Union)
Proper dental care leads to healthier bodies Feb 19, 2008
Gum disease is something a dentist will be able to recognize while the patient might attribute bleeding of the gums as brushing their teeth too hard. Gum disease is a potentially serious condition that can affect people of all ages, but especially people older than 40 ... A number of factors can increase the severity of gum disease including bad diet, and poor oral hygiene. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Scientists find way to scan for cloned meat Feb 17, 2008
Regular pot-smoking seems to bump up the risk of developing gum disease and earlier in life than expected. TheStar. (Toronto Star)
