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Oral Health Made Simple: Your Prescription For Knowledge
 PREVENT PROBLEMS
Small BoxAll About Cavities
Small BoxBrushing and Flossing
Small BoxFluoride
Small BoxMouth-Healthy Eating
Small BoxSealants
Small BoxTaking Care Of Your Teeth
Small BoxTobacco
Small BoxYour Dental Visit
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 CONDITIONS
Small BoxBad Breath
Small BoxCavities
Small BoxCold Sores
Small BoxDry Mouth
Small BoxImpacted Tooth
Small BoxSensitive Teeth
Small BoxTMJ
Small BoxTooth Discoloration
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 TREATMENTS
Small BoxCrowns
Small BoxDentures
Small BoxFillings: The Basics
Small BoxGum Surgery
Small BoxImplants
Small BoxRoot Canal Treatment
Small BoxScaling and Root Planing
Small BoxWhitening
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 GENERAL TOPICS
Small BoxControlling Pain
Small BoxCosmetic Dentistry
Small BoxEmergencies
Small BoxFill, Repair, Replace
Small BoxKids And Teens
Small BoxOral Health and Your Body
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Dental News
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Orthodontic Problem May Increase Risk For Sleep Apnea
INTELIHEALTH - Sleep apnea often is linked with obesity. But not everyone with sleep apnea is obese. In non-obese men, a study has linked an orthodontic problem with a common type of sleep apnea.
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When Jobs Are Lost, Check-Ups Get Skipped
INTELIHEALTH - Unemployment is up this year, and that may affect dental health.
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"Toothbrush Tree" Bears Bacteria-Killing Branches
INTELIHEALTH - A toothbrush made from a twig can kill some bacteria without even touching them, a study suggests.
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Flossing Kills Bacteria That Cause Decay, Gum Disease
INTELIHEALTH - When your dentist tells you to floss, you may wonder if it makes a difference. A study in twins shows that it does.
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Binge Drinking Early in Pregnancy Ups Risk for Cleft Lip, Palate
INTELIHEALTH - Women who binge-drink early in pregnancy are more likely to have babies with cleft lip, cleft palate or both, a Norwegian study says.
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Dentures Aren't Stopping People From Eating Their Vegetables
INTELIHEALTH - People who have lost all of their teeth eat fewer fruits and vegetables. They also report that their dentures don't allow them to chew as well as they did with their natural teeth. Now, research has found that the two things may not be linked.
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Periodontal Disease Increases Risk For Diabetes
INTELIHEALTH - Diabetes and periodontal disease often appear together. Uncontrolled diabetes can make periodontal disease worse. Untreated periodontal disease can make it difficult to control a diabetic's blood sugar.
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People With Periodontal Disease Less Likely To Need Treatment for Allergies, Infections
INTELIHEALTH - People with periodontal disease are less likely to take prescription drugs for allergies or infections, a study has found.
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Stem Cells Under Your Pillow?
INTELIHEALTH - Almost every child asks what the Tooth Fairy does with all of those lost baby teeth that she collects. Perhaps in the future, she can use them to make new teeth ? or even new nerve cells or bone.
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When Going To The Dentist Makes You Gag
INTELIHEALTH -- People with a sensitive gag reflex may avoid visiting the dentist. They may gag when they get X-rays, have a filling put in, or even when they get their teeth cleaned.
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Fluoridated Water Reaches More Americans
INTELIHEALTH - Most Americans who don't drink well water live in places with fluoridated water, says a government study.
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Soft Drinks Increase Cavity Risk In Preschoolers
INTELIHEALTH - Kids who drink more soda and other sugared drinks also increase their risk for cavities, new research concludes.
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Taming Toddler Tooth Decay
INTELIHEALTH - Toddler tooth decay might be tamed with better nutrition for pregnant mothers and a sugar-free syrup for young children.
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Smoking During Pregnancy Increases Risk for Birth Defect
INTELIHEALTH - Mothers who smoke early in pregnancy are more likely to have babies with cleft lip or cleft lip and palate, a study shows.
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Dental Treatment Safe For Pregnant Women
INTELIHEALTH - Dental treatment, including the use of local anesthetics, appears to be safe between the 13th and 21st weeks of pregnancy.
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Premature Birth Tied To Periodontal Disease
INTELIHEALTH - A study has added weight to the idea that periodontal disease can put pregnant women at risk for preterm birth.
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First Language Predicts Dental Problems
INTELIHEALTH - U.S. families whose first language is not English are less likely to have dental insurance, a study has found.
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Kids In Smokers' Homes May Have More Decay
INTELIHEALTH - Children who live with smokers get more cavities, researchers say.
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Crowns and Root Canals Last Longer in the Young
INTELIHEALTH - When they get a crown or have root canal treatment, people want to know: How long will it last? There's no easy answer.
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New Drug Reverses Numbing Shots at the Dentist
INTELIHEALTH - If you're tired of that "fat lip" feeling after you get a filling, take heart. Soon, you won't have to wait for the numbness to wear off on its own. Your dentist will be able to restore feeling to your lips and cheeks.
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Some Cavity Risk Is In the Genes
INTELIHEALTH - Brushing, flossing and eating right are important for oral health. But your genes matter, too.
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Stress Can Make You Sick
INTELIHEALTH -- The body's response to stress may increase risk for both heart disease and periodontal disease, researchers say.
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Got Bad Breath? Brush More Often
INTELIHEALTH - Almost 3 of every 10 older people think they have bad breath, Turkish researchers say. Brushing more often and getting help for a dry mouth may solve the problem.
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Braces May Not Make Healthier Gums
INTELIHEALTH - Orthodontists say that straighter teeth lead to better dental health.
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Dental Sealants For Everyone, Experts' Group Says
INTELIHEALTH - Plastic sealants should be used on the back teeth of children and adults, and even on teeth in the early stages of decay, say new guidelines.
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Simple Ways May Teach School Staff About Dental Trauma
INTELIHEALTH - If your child's tooth gets knocked out on the playground, his teacher - and even the school nurse - might not know what to do. But some simple education methods can help.
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Plaque, Sugary Drinks Raise Cavity Risk in Preschoolers
INTELIHEALTH - Frequent brushing and fewer sugary drinks could help reduce cavities in young children.
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Less Healthy Mouths Seen in People on Dialysis
INTELIHEALTH - People with serious kidney problems may have poorer oral health, say Turkish researchers.
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For Teens, Extra Weight Can Mean More Decay
INTELIHEALTH - Overweight teens are more likely to have decay between their teeth, a study says.
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At the Dentist, Anxiety Breeds Pain
INTELIHEALTH - Dental anxiety affects pain more than the type of numbing shot, a study says.
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Diabetics Don't Know Their Dental Risks
INTELIHEALTH - More people with diabetes need to know about their risk for gum problems, a study concludes.
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Genes Possible Link To Ovarian Cancer, Missing Teeth
INTELIHEALTH - Women with ovarian cancer also may be more likely to have missing or abnormally small teeth, a study says.
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Online Support Helps Those With Dental Fears
INTELIHEALTH - Online support groups might help people who are afraid of the dentist.
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Frequent Marjiuana Use Can Harm Gums
INTELIHEALTH - Tobacco smoking is known to increase the risk of periodontal disease. Now, a study says that young adults who regularly smoke marijuana also may be at risk for the disease.
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Army Basic Training Is Safer With Mouthguards
INTELIHEALTH - Low-cost mouth guards help protect men and women during Army basic training, a study says.
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Dental Fear Blocks Learning
INTELIHEALTH - Dentists who give information to anxious patients might not be getting through to them, a study says.
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