As with cancer in other areas of the body, detecting oral cancer early on remains critical to preventing it from spreading. The five-year survival rate of patients in whom oral cancer was detected before it metastasized stands at 80 per cent, while patients with distant metastases survive at a rate of 20 per cent over
Article by Dr John Carrigy MDSc (Melb), BDS (Syd) Hons, MRACDS (Perio) DOWNLOAD: Dr John Carrigy Periodontist Talk Notes TAKE HOME POINTS The treatment of Periodontitis follows a set path of clinical action. These “phases” of treatment may differ in their name and number – but the goals of each step are almost universally accepted :
A simple non-surgical gum disease treatment markedly reduces the thickness of the wall of the arteries, a risk factor for heart disease, according to a first of its kind study among Aboriginal Australians. The study findings may be of particular importance to Aboriginal Australians, who in general have poorer oral health and higher rates of
If you are passionate about your oral health but don’t mind having dark stained teeth, a new study from the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry may have the news you’ve been waiting for. Researchers have found that red wine, as well as grape seed extract, could potentially help prevent cavities. They say that their report, “Red
Periodontal disorders such as tooth loss and gingivitis have been identified as a potential risk marker for cardiovascular disease in a large study reported April 9, 2014. More than 15,000 patients with chronic coronary heart disease provided information on their dental health, with results showing that indicators of periodontal disease (fewer remaining teeth, gum bleeding) were common in this
If you are currently searching for Private Health Insurance or already a member of a fund it is important you evaluate what needs are most important to you, and know that you are receiving the best possible cover for you and your family. The ADA has complied a fact sheets, useful links and a questionnaire
Article published on Huffington Post Teeth-grinding and clenching while sleeping isn’t just incredibly annoying for your bed partner. It could also be what’s causing your headaches, jaw pain and wearing down of your teeth. Called nocturnal bruxism, teeth-grinding occurs as a response to the teeth not fitting quite right, says Ohio dentist Matthew Messina, DDS,
To give your kids the best chance of avoiding tooth decay, read these great guides so you’re familiar with the right techniques from the start: How to clean your teeth How to brush How to floss Source: www.dentalhealthweek.com.au
Smoking tends to disguise the damage taking place to teeth and gums. Usually infected gums are red, puffy and bleed easily when they are brushed. Smokers’ gums are not like this – they are pale and thin and do not bleed readily. The nicotine contracts blood vessels, reducing the blood flow to the gum and bone.
Did you know that medications can cause imbalances in the oral environment that lead to problems with your teeth? With a large number of Australians regularly taking some form of medication, it is important to understand the potential damage they can cause on your teeth and how you can best manage it. Some prescribed medications can