Chewing Sugar-Free Gum Reduced Preterm Births in a Large Study
Chewing a sugar-free gum daily reduced preterm births in a large study in Malawi. The oral intervention was inspired by past research linking poor oral … more
Pregnancy
Good Oral Health in Pregnancy Could Help Reduce Risk of Premature Birth
New research from the University of Sydney has found that treating gingivitis (gum inflammation that causes bleeding gums) during pregnancy is associated with reduced risk … more
Spotlight Oral Care – Pregnancy Toothpaste
When my friend asked what type of toothpaste she should use while pregnant and breastfeeding, I was stumped. All I could say is, “That’s a … more
Dental Management for Pregnant Patients
For a woman carrying a child at any stage of pregnancy, maintaining good health in all aspects is vital. Many women are aware of the … more
Premature Birth: Helping Pregnant Patients Understand The Dangers Of Gum Disease
Being pregnant is a wonderful time for women, and it’s packed with so much to do when preparing for their baby. Unfortunately, during this busy … more
Oral Health Information And Practice: It’s Never Too Early!
Dental Professionals should aim to teach soon-to-be parents about oral hygiene practices for their new baby even before the teeth arrive. It is common practice … more
High Doses Of Vitamin D During Pregnancy Found To Help Child’s Dental Health
Upping vitamin D intake during pregnancy can significantly help the health of the child’s teeth long after birth, according to a new study. Danish researchers … more
Pregnant Women Are Receiving Dental Care Alongside Their Medical Check-Ups
Regular medical checkups are recommended for pregnant women, but doctors will tell you oral care is important as well. Periodontal disease can be problematic for … more
Periodontal Health Leads to Lower Health Care Spending by Diabetics
A new study reports that among American individuals newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a periodontal intervention is associated with lower total healthcare costs (-$1799), … more
Typical Oral Health Problems For Women
From My Dental Health Companion Very often there is a direct correlation between a woman’s oral health and an underlying medical condition she may be … more
Mouthwashing moms less likely to have a preemie
By Kerry Grens – July 28, 2011 (Reuters Health) – Expectant mothers who have gum disease are less likely to deliver their babies prematurely if … more
AAPD Partners With Text4baby To Provide Pregnant Women And New Moms With Oral Health Messages
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the recognized leader in children‘s oral health, announced an outreach partnership with the text4baby program. The AAPD’s leading … more
FDA to reexamine metal dental fillings
By Susan Heavey WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. health regulators are seeking a second opinion on whether mercury-containing dental fillings pose a risk to dental patients, … more
We caught a break
Fortunately Bristol Palin did not win “Dancing with the Stars“, however, she was the impetus for seeking out an article of note for you to … more