MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'cavities'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:10:28 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3861983&cid=t_120428_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fwomen-get-more-cavities-and-having-babies-doesnt-help-either%2F Next time your dentist tells you you’re due for a filling, curse your gender (and your babies, if you have any). According to a study published in ScienceDaily, women are more likely than men to get cavities, largely because of the hormonal changes during puberty and pregnancy. Pregnancy, in particular, seems to do some serious dental damage. For starters, heightened estrogen levels during pregnancy promote cavities and cause dietary changes. Pregnancy also change saliva composition, depleting important elements that prevent cavities. Pre-baby time also makes women less likely to eat meat and more likely to crave sugary, fatty foods – not good for the chompers. So keep popping calcium pills, brushing, and flossing, especially if you’re preggers. Toothless mommy is so not in r... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3861983 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:32:08 +0100 3861983 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3737043&cid=t_120428_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fteeth-regenerating-gel-may-mean-no-more-fillings%2F2010.07.08 Although people are generally proud of their dental hygiene, undoubtedly many have had root canals that have been plugged using traditional fillings. The procedure is far from being everyone’s favorite pasttime, as only true masochists can enjoy having high speed drills working their teeth and hot glue guns filling them. A team of French researchers has been working on a new approach that uses nanostructured and functionalized multilayered films to help regenerate teeth and fill in cavities with little pain but all the gain. (more…) *This blog post was originally published at Medgadget* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3737043 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 18:00:49 +0100 3737043 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3581735&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F05%2F19%2Fread-critical-summaries-of-systematic-reviews-from-the-ada%2F Wondering how medication effects orthodontic tooth movement? Or if antibiotics used at the time of implant placement prevent complications? Here is a way to get valid answers, fast; bookmark the American Dental Association’s Evidence Based Dentistry portal. In addition to its database of systematic reviews of oral health topics, the ADA provides one-page, concise, user-friendly [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3581735 Wed, 19 May 2010 13:55:45 +0100 3581735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3404023&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F25%2Fread-summaries-of-systematic-reviews%2F Wouldn’t it be nice if you could find all the systematic reviews pertaining to dentistry in one place?  You can! The American Dental Association (ADA)  Evidence Based Dentistry website includes a database of systematic reviews in oral health. The reviews may be found by searching the site or using the ADA’s drill down topic menu. Even [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3404023 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:08:39 +0100 3404023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3338336&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F05%2Fupdated-list-of-iphone-apps-for-dentistry%2F The following is a list of iPhone applications pertaining to dentistry: (updated March 5, 2010) 3D Teeth ($1.99): General information about teeth and mouth, shown in 3D. Information on dental caries, dental disease, implants and dental care. 3D Head and Neck Skeleton System: Concentrates on the bones of the head and neck. Allows user to zoom in and [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3338336 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:19:26 +0100 3338336 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3197788&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F01%2F21%2Fnew-systematic-reviews-in-oral-health%2F The Cochrane Collaboration recently published the following systematic reviews.  Full text access is available for URMC affiliates. Interventions for treating traumatised ankylosed permanent front teeth:  This review found that there is currently insufficient high level evidence for comparing the effectiveness of different treatment methods for ankylosed front teeth. Interventions for treating oral mucositis for patients with cancer [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3197788 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:19:13 +0100 3197788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3075571&cid=t_120428_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F12%2F10%2Fthe-7-kinds-of-hope%2F Awhile back Anthony Scioli, coauthor of “Hope in the Age of Anxiety” discussed nine forms of hopelessness and how you can overcome them. This week, I’ve invited Julie Neraas, author of “Apprenticed to Hope: A Sourcebook for Difficult Times,” to tell us about the different kinds of hope. Julie is an ordained minister, spiritual director and associate professor at Hamline University, and speaks regularly about hope, where it can guide you, how it can sustain you, and what meaning it can bring to your life. For more information visit www.julieneraas.com. Here’s Julie … Not all hopes are alike. There are many different kinds like daily hopes — that rain won’t spoil the picnic, that the dentist will not find cavities. Or still larger hopes,... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3075571 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:24:34 +0100 3075571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2702402&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F08%2F14%2Fpediatric-dental-residents-and-faculty%2F The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has updated the following policies and guidelines: Vending Machines in School Use of Dental Bleaching for Child and Adolescent Patients Infection Control Infant Oral Health Care Periodicity of Examination,Preventive Dental Services, Anticipatory Guidance, and Oral Treatment for Children Fluoride Therapy Use of Local Anesthesia for Pediatric Dental Patients Use of Nitrous Oxide for Pediatric Dental [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2702402 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:06:15 +0100 2702402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2660827&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F31%2Fxylitol-and-dental-caries%2F Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol found in some food products and used as a sugar substitute.  Studies strongly suggest that xylitol is non-cariogenic.  That is, xylitol decreases streptococcus mutans levels in plaque and saliva, thus reducing the incidence of dental caries. Despite these findings, there is little information on the amount of xylitol needed in [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2660827 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 17:41:30 +0100 2660827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2376579&cid=t_120428_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2FEgigvk3AQBc%2F Just seconds after Jill announced from the bathroom that Alex could squeeze out the toothpaste by himself I hear her announce, “And we have bleeding gums!” I’ve always been grateful for any toothbrushing that Alex did for himself. They taught him at school, and after an initial shakedown - he had to remember to brush the tops as well as the bottoms - at least it was another task he could handle by himself. But bleeding gums? My gums bleed sometime during dental cleanings, but I’m 47. Alex is 10. So now we turn to all those things they say you’re supposed to do and all of us feel guilty for not doing enough. Floss. A Waterpik on the low setting. Elemental teeth care, which in our case will be taught against the wall of sand that is autism. “Ned,” I... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2376579 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:11:22 +0100 2376579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353964&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F04%2F21%2Fattention-pediatric-dental-professionals%2F Cochrane Collaboration Publishes Two Sytematic Reviews for Pediatric Dentistry Two new systematic reviews pertaining to pediatric dentistry are available in the Cochrane Library. The first, Dental fillings for the treatment of caries in the primary dentition, compared the outcomes  for restorative materials used to treat caries in the primary dentition in children.  There was insufficient evidence from [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353964 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:44:21 +0100 2353964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2349142&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fcaries-eliminator-pro-t-action%25e2%2584%25a2-by-organobalance-gmbh-and-basf%2F An odorless, tasteless product, pro-t-action binds to cavity-causing bacteria and makes the bacteria clump together. Then, when a person swallows or rinses his mouth, the bacteria are whisked away. L. paracesei, the active ingredient in pro-t-action, targets the bacteria safely, exclusively, and effectively. Consumer oral health products can be infused with pro-t-action, so availability to the public should be fairly simple. At the International Association of Dental Research Annual Conference earlier this month, full research studies were presented. Learn more about pro-t-action here. Bacteria to fight tooth decay (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2349142 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:49:35 +0100 2349142 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2107648&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Finspektor-tc-dental-plaque-detection-at-home%2F Inspektor TC might be the coolest thing Liverpool has produced since the Beatles. Scientists at the University of Liverpool created the gadget, a light that detects plaque before it’s visible to the naked eye. Use the product in private, though, because you may look like a 1950s sci-fi enthusiast during the process. To see the “hidden” plaque, you must wear yellow-lensed glasses with a red filter and shine a blue light in your mouth. Plaque will glow red in the light. The light can be used in the home as an alternative to those chalky pink tablets. For children, the elderly, and others prone to gum disease and cavities, Inspektor TC will show the areas of the mouth that aren’t being adequately cleaned in the daily brushing and flossing routine. With tooth decay as t... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2107648 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 14:29:47 +0100 2107648 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1985835&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F11%2F24%2Fpit-and-fissure-sealants-recent-clinical-recommendations%2F The National Guidelines Clearinghouse issued the current release of Evidence-based clinical recommendations for the use of pit-and-fissure sealants. The guideline includes recommendations on caries prevention, noncavitated carious lesions and resin-based versus glass ionomer cement.  Supporting evidence and methodology are also included. The complete summary may be found here. Posted in Cavities, Dental Guidelines, Evidence Based Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1985835 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:52:49 +0100 1985835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1901436&cid=t_120428_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F10%2F22%2Fhalloween-can-be-hazardous-to-people-with-braces%2F Did you know that more than five million children and adults in North America wear braces ? For them, Halloween season can be a dangerous time. The hard, chewy, sticky or crunchy candy usually handed out can easily result in damaged or broken braces, a painful and costly experience. So what’s a brace wearing trick or treater to do? Well, according to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), people with braces should steer clear of these traditional halloween treats…   * All hard candies   * All chewy candies   * Caramel   * Nuts   * Licorice   * Taffy   * Jelly beans   * Hard pretzels   * Bubblegum   * Popcorn (including unpopped kernels)   * Taco chips   * Ice Instead they should aim for braces-friendly Halloween treats such as soft chocolate candy, peanut ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1901436 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 23:42:22 +0100 1901436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1889386&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F10%2F20%2Fchocolate-its-role-in-oral-health%2F Chocolate season has arrived! This treat helps us celebrate from Halloween through Christmas.  Nonetheless, concerns about overindulging include weight gain, lower bone density,a rise in serum triglyceride levels, migraine headaches, and increased esophageal acid. On the other hand, research shows that eating chocolate may improve vascular health, blood pressure, cognitive health, blood flow, and [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1889386 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:35:40 +0100 1889386 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1859410&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fhalloween-advisory-for-dentists-sour-candy-reaps-scary-teeth%2F An article on Marketwatch.com tells us that the California Dental Hygienists’ Association is recommending everyone stay away from sour candy this Halloween. Apparently, the tasty treats contain acid levels that rival the pH of battery acid. In the article, parents are warned that “sour” equals “acid.” Furthermore, consumers should particularly stay away from citric, lactic, malic, tartaric, fumaric, adipic, and ascorbic acids when purchasing sweets for Halloween. All you need to do is read the labels to determine what’s in any packaged food product. As a dentist, you know that the colas, energy drinks, and sour candy kids consume in mass quantities have made enamel erosion a major dental problem for this generation of kiddos. It is advised to rinse the ... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1859410 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:44:18 +0100 1859410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1838662&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F09%2F29%2Fmillions-of-children-estimated-to-have-untreated-tooth-decay-new-report%2F On September 22, the Government Accountability Office released a report stating that more than 6.5 million children who are currently enrolled in Medicaid have problems with tooth decay.  Furthermore, children in Medicaid remain at higher risk of dental disease compared to children with private health insurance.  In fact, children in Medicaid were almost twice as [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1838662 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:11:34 +0100 1838662 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1810539&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=37825&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbibbynews.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F09%2F19%2Fchildrens-dental-health-new-pew-center-initiative%2F The Pew Center on the States is launching a major effort to improve access to dental care for disadvantaged children.  They are mounting a national campaign to raise awareness of the problem, recruit influential leaders to call for change, and showcase states that have made progress and can serve as models for reform. For additional information [...] (Source: Bibby Library News and Tips) Bibby Library News and Tips blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1810539 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:06:52 +0100 1810539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1738967&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fozone-for-caries-reduction%2F It seems that the rest of the world is using ozone for caries reduction and elimination of oral bacteria, but the US isn’t sold yet – at least not those in charge of regulations. Shortly after KaVo introduced DIAGNOdent in 1997, the company presented HealOzone to the marketplace in 2001. According to www.the-o-zone.com, “In the primary root carious lesion studies, the research showed that just 10 seconds of treatment with ozone eliminated 99% of the microorganisms; over 70% of the lesions studied reversed or improved, the remainder did not progress.” The-o-zone.com provides a wealth of information on ozone, including many articles relating to the use of ozone in dentistry. Check it out! (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1738967 Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:39:19 +0100 1738967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1645845&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Framon-spectroscopy-could-end-need-for-dental-fillings%2F According to MedicalNewsToday.com, scientists in London are using Ramon spectroscopy to detect tooth demineralizaion so early that special mouthwash or fluoride varnish may prevent cavity development. Imagine, no need to worry about the amalgam controversy; no need for patients to stress out over the dental drill; and best of all, this could mean an end to a raging disease across the globe – dental caries. Don’t get too excited yet. Research to this point has not involved human teeth, and the cost of producing a Ramon spectroscopy machine is high. How it works: Ramon spectroscopy for dentistry is being developed by scientists at King’s College London. Currently, the technology is used to identify molecular fingerprints that allow scientists to distinguish different chemicals.... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1645845 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:00:08 +0100 1645845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1971069&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdentalheroes%2F%7E3%2F336748259%2F Nobody likes cavaties. I mean, nobody. Yet, many people have them. The problem is not that they want them, they just don’t know how to properly prevent them. So, our friend, Tammy Davenport, over at About.com has put together a list comprised of her top 5 methods for preventing cavities. Before we get to Tammy’s list, it’s important to define just what a cavity is. In simple terms, a cavity is the erosion of tooth enamel due to the synergistic effects of sugars/starches combining with the plaque covering our teeth. It is the acids that are produced by this synergistic effect that erodes our tooth enamel. So, how do we prevent these nasty cavities from forming? 1. Brush your Teeth Brush your teeth at least twice daily with a toothpaste containing flouride. You may be saying, “Duh”... Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1971069 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:40:20 +0100 1971069 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1593733&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fsweet-deal-for-preventive-dentistry-topical-syrup-prevents-caries-in-kids%2F It’s natural, it’s sweet, and it works. University of Washington researchers found that treating toddlers with a topical oral syrup known as xylitol reduces cavities. Xylitol is a sweetener that’s fruit flavored, so the taste isn’t bad, either. A test group showed that about ¾ of children were cavity free after treatment, up from just less than ½ of kids who were not treated with xylitol. The FDA approved xylitol back in 1963 and still considers the substance safe. Learn more here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/114079.php. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1593733 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:15:39 +0100 1593733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1593734&cid=t_120428_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fself-repairing-teeth-could-become-reality%2F Wouldn’t it be nice if a tooth just regenerated dentin after a cavity were removed? This may sound like something off of Star Trek, but the truth is, dental regeneration could be closer than you think. Because tooth decay is a huge public health issue, being the most often occurring infectious disease across the globe, dentin regeneration is sensational news. Read the clinical info here: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/114054.php. (Source: dental blog for dentists about dentistry) dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1593734 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:13:16 +0100 1593734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=916233&cid=t_120428_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FBreastfeeding123%2F%7E3%2F163665028%2F The American Academy of Pediatrics reports today that there is no link between breastfeeding and early childhood tooth decay. A new study examined data from the 1999-2002 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey for children aged two to five. Several factors were considered, including oral health and infant feeding. The study “Association Between Infant Breastfeeding and Early Childhood Caries in the United States” found no tie between dental caries and breastfeeding, including prolonged breastfeeding. What was found to increase the risk of dental caries? Maternal smoking. That’s one more piece of information to add to the growing list of facts on cigarette smoking and breastfeeding. Share This (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=916233 Mon, 01 Oct 2007 11:01:58 +0100 916233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=629138&cid=t_120428_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F21%2Fgum-disease-and-heart-disease-go-hand-in-hand%2F Filed under: PreventionAlthough exactly how and why is unknown, gum disease has been linked to heart disease and cardiovascular health in many different studies. Taking care of your oral health is something you should be doing anyway, but paying extra attention if you're at increased risk of heart disease is obviously a good idea. Oral issues like gingivitis, periodontitis, pericoronitis, and cavities are all unfortunately fairly common and could have an impact on your heart health.Seeing the dentist regularly for check-ups and cleanings, and brushing twice daily with regular flossing in between those visits will really help. And keep in touch with both your dentist and your doctor about your health, asking any questions you have or talking to them about anything suspicious (like bleeding ... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=629138 Mon, 21 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 629138