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 'gums'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:08:47 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5169513&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34902&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurepundit.com%2Farchives%2F008256.html Got a cavity on a tooth? No problem. Just paint on a special peptide solution and the tooth will repair itself. (a peptide is chain of amino acids) It's a vicious cycle, but one that can be broken, according to researchers at the University of Leeds who have developed a revolutionary new way to treat the first signs of tooth decay. Their solution is to arm dentists with a peptide-based fluid that is literally painted onto the tooth's surface. The peptide technology is based on knowledge of how the tooth forms in the first place and stimulates regeneration of the tooth defect. It is amazing that the solution to tooth decay can be this simple. "This may sound too good... (Source: FuturePundit) FuturePundit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5169513 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5169513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069414&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34902&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurepundit.com%2Farchives%2F008201.html While the rabbits are still gloating about gene therapy to prevent clogged rabbit arteries the mice are are cheering development of the capability to grow replacement mouse teeth. Japanese researchers have successfully grown full teeth from stem cells in a mold and then transplanted the teeth into one month old mice. The teeth enabled the mice to chew and eat. Here is the abstract from the Plos One research report. Note that you can read the full article for free. Donor organ transplantation is currently an essential therapeutic approach to the replacement of a dysfunctional organ as a result of disease, injury or aging in vivo. Recent progress in the area of regenerative therapy has the potential to lead to... (Source: FuturePundit) FuturePundit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069414 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5069414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4179290&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34902&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurepundit.com%2Farchives%2F007657.html Japanese researchers find that a growth factor helps to reverse the effect of periodontitis In an article titled "FGF-2 Stimulates Periodontal Regeneration: Results of a Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial," which is published in the International and American Associations for Dental Research's Journal of Dental Research, M. Kitamura, from Osaka University Graduate School of Dentistry, Japan, and a team of researchers conducted a human clinical trial to determine the safety and effectiveness of fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) for clinical application. This is the largest study to date in the field of periodontal regenerative therapy. We really ought to have the ability to get receded gums to grow back onto teeth. This is one of many ways where if we could just... (Source: FuturePundit... FuturePundit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4179290 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4179290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4125289&cid=t_104261_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Frecoveryissexy.com%2Fdental-recovery%2F This article may help but one may also consider seeing a dentist. With all the whitening and brightening products available for your teeth, it’s easy to forget that cosmetics aren’t enough to achieve a healthy mouth. There’s regular brushing and flossing, of course, but your teeth and gums need even more. Like the rest of your body, good health in your mouth starts with getting the right dietary nutrients. What you eat makes a difference in whether your gums, teeth and the bone they attach to are able to stand strong against plaque bacteria that can cause disease. Among the dental health nutritional standouts: Calcium: The more milk, cheese and yogurt you consume, the less likely you are to develop periodontal, or gum, disease, a chronic bacterial infection. Calcium is i... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4125289 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:51:02 +0100 4125289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3764205&cid=t_104261_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2FVbM6zOBGUnM%2F           I remember as a child, a friend of mine had a disorder called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.  It sounded so awful and I thought she was really sick.  However, she had the acute form that disappeared and she was fine.  The blood disorder, referred to most commonly as ITP, is characterized by an abnormal decrease in the number of platelets in the blood.  Platelets are cells in the blood that help stop bleeding.  So, an individual with the disorder can have easy bruising, bleeding gums and internal bleeding.  Idiopathic actually means the cause is unknown.  Thrombocytopenia simply means a decreased number of platelets in the blood and purpura is the purple discoloring of the skin, as with a bruise.  Normal platelet count is in the range of 150,000 to 450,000. ... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3764205 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 15:50:00 +0100 3764205 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2855729&cid=t_104261_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdeter-risk-for-periodontal-disease-reduce-risk-of-heart-attack-with-diet-and-exercise%2F Gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss in the US. However, the heart-health link to periodontal disease has become an even hotter topic , and rightfully so. We now know that gum disease can increase a person’s risk for a long list of overall health conditions, some of which are serious – heart attack, stroke, diabetes complications, low-weight birth, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, osteoporosis, and respiratory diseases. “The Gingivitis Diet,” at www.HealthyFellow.com reviews these interesting developments and research on this topic. One study showed that of 1200 older men, those who consumed increased caortenoids (a type of antioxidants found in bright fruits and veggies) had reduced proclivity for periodontitis. Journal of Clinical Periodontology Another stu... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2855729 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:14:15 +0100 2855729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2570427&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34902&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurepundit.com%2Farchives%2F006338.html Receding gums are repairable with a gel that uses platelets to restore gum tissue over teeth. Traditional gum grafting surgery requires surgically excising tissue from the roof of the mouth... (Source: FuturePundit) FuturePundit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2570427 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2570427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2376579&cid=t_104261_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=2512084&cid=t_104261_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalheroes.com%2Fbrush-teeth-correctly-video%2F (Source: Dental Heroes) Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512084 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:09:03 +0100 2512084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1971071&cid=t_104261_125_f&fid=38161&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fdentalheroes%2F%7E3%2F334516651%2F Those of you who know of the Mayo Clinic know it’s consistently ranked within the top 3 health care centers in the world. So, I turned to them to provide us with some easy tips to follow on a daily basis to maintain the healthiest mouth possible. The great thing is, anyone can follow these tips. Mayo Clinic Brushing Recommendations Brush your teeth at least twice a day and ideally after every meal Use a fluoride-containing toothpaste. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush — it’s gentler on your gums. Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle against your teeth Use short back-and-forth motions. Visit the Mayo Clinic website for more daily tooth brushing tips. Mayo Clinic Flossing Tips Gently ease the floss between your teeth. Pull the ends of the floss against the front and back surf... Dental Heroes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1971071 Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:54:02 +0100 1971071 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1352911&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34902&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurepundit.com%2Farchives%2F005114.html Tooth repair with the natural materials of the teeth will allow rebuilding teeth damaged by decay. "What we're hoping to have happen is to catch [decaying teeth] early and remineralize... (Source: FuturePundit) FuturePundit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1352911 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1352911 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=998702&cid=t_104261_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2F178291863%2Fperiodontal-surgery.php Tomorrow I am having surgery. No, its nothing major... but its still freaking me out a little. Since getting diagnosed with diabetes, I have been having periodontal problems as a result of elevated blood sugars. I've always had dental issues,... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=998702 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 16:36:40 +0100 998702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=861899&cid=t_104261_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2F155048380%2Fgoing-to-the-dentist.php Along with the quarterly endocrinologist appointments and the yearly eye and gynecologist appointments, I have quarterly periodontist and dental appointments. Since developing diabetes, I have had more problems with my mouth than I even know where to begin. The cavities,... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=861899 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 14:36:14 +0100 861899 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=838801&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F09%2F04%2Fis-a-cough-ever-just-a-cough%2F Filed under: Cancer SurvivorsHere's what might be a typical train of thought for someone surviving cancer. That someone, in this case, is me.I have been getting sicker and sicker for the past three days. Sore throat, sore ears, and a heavy head made me think at first it was some sort of sinus issue. Add a cough, a rumbling and painful chest, sore gums, chills and sweats, and a fever roaring past 102.8 and the worries start rolling in. I feel like I did twice before, just before I was admitted to the hospital with dipping white blood counts.The worst of it hit Friday night and since I just couldn't make myself sit in the ER for hours on end, I overstepped my boundaries, tracked down my hospital's on-call oncologist, and listed off my symptoms. Since my treatment for breast cancer concluded ... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=838801 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 04:00:00 +0100 838801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=629138&cid=t_104261_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 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=499261&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34902&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futurepundit.com%2Farchives%2F004145.html We need the ability to grow replacement dental enamel as our teeth wear with age. Dental enamel is the hardest tissue produced by the body. It cannot regenerate itself, because... (Source: FuturePundit) FuturePundit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=499261 Sat, 24 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 499261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=485333&cid=t_104261_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F20%2Fvitamin-c-may-lower-the-risk-of-mouth-cancer%2F Filed under: Alternative Therapies, Mouth Cancer, Prevention, All Cancers, ResearchIncreased intake of vitamin C from the diet, but not from supplements may slash the risk of mouth cancer by 48 percent, says an epidemiological study. The study, published in the International Journal of Cancer, used data on supplement use and diet for 42,340 men in the Health Professional Follow-Up Study. During the course of the study, 207 oral pre-malignant lesions were documented. Vitamin C from dietary sources was significantly associated with a reduced risk of mouth cancer, but no association with the vitamin from supplements was found. Vitamin C is needed to form collagen, a tissue that helps to hold cells together. It's essential for healthy bones, teeth, gums, and blood vessels. It helps the body a... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=485333 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 485333