Smoking Seriously Affects Oral Health And Is The Cause Of Oral Cancer

Smoking Seriously Affects Oral Health And Is The Cause Of Oral Cancer    

It Reduces Saliva Secretion And Blood Flow In The Gums, Among Others    

Smoking is not only unhealthy for your respiratory system and the main cause is lung cancer. It can also seriously affect your oral health. It can result in xerostomia, which the reduction of saliva flow, increasing the risk of tooth decay, and depleting enzymes for proper digestion. It also stains the teeth, causes bad breath and loss of taste. Also, it reduces the blood flow to the gums, leading to gum disease and tooth loss, among others. It also causes oral cancer, which is the sixth most common cancer. Additional info click here.

 

Jaw Tension Can Lead To Tooth Grinding And Even Neck And Back Pain

Jaw Tension Can Lead To Tooth Grinding And Even Neck And Back Pain    

New Treatment Involves Botox To Release The Jaw Muscles    

Teeth grinding and jaw tension do not only affect the jaw. The muscle tension in the jaw can also stress other areas, leading to neck and shoulder pain, and upper back pain. Also, tooth grinding will result in unnatural tooth wear and damage of the enamel. According to specialists, Botox can help to release the jaw muscles, but it only lasts for three or four months. For a longer and definitive cure, it is suggested to learn to control the stress that causes jaw tension. More details click here.

 

People Believe That Visits Every 6 Months To The Dentist Are Not Necessary If They Feel Well

People Believe That Visits Every 6 Months To The Dentist Are Not Necessary If They Feel Well    

They Might Screen Gum Disease, Cavities, And Even Oral Cancer And Anorexia    

Teeth cleaning is important for oral health. However, many people are not aware that a visit to the dentist every six months is equally important. The reason is that people feel that it is unnecessary to go to the dentist when there is nothing wrong. These visits might help identify gum disease or cavities that the person is unaware of, and even it can help screen oral cancer. Also, mental conditions like anorexia or bulimia are first revealed in the mouth. Additional info click here.

 

Unusual Smell In Bad Breath Can Be A Symptom Of Kidney Or Liver Disease

Unusual Smell In Bad Breath Can Be A Symptom Of Kidney Or Liver Disease    

It Can Also Be A Sign Of Sinus Infection Or Poor Digestion    

Bad breath is usually caused by poor hygiene. However, sometimes there can be breath can smell unusual, as well as the sweat or the vagina. These might be a symptom of a certain health condition. For example, the breath can have a fruity odor, which might be related to uncontrolled diabetes. If the breath and the skin are smelling bad, it can lead to a serious condition, such as liver and kidney disease. And if the bad breath occurs after being sick, it can be a sign of excess bacteria on the bums or an acute sinus infection. Also, the bad breath can remain even after the teeth have been brushed, the smell can originate in the gut, as a result of poor digestion. Check also the cases when the skin and vagina have unusual smells. Click here for more details.

 

Dealing With Sensitive Teeth

Dealing With Sensitive Teeth    

It May Be Caused By Worn Enamel, Tooth Decay, And Excess Grinding    

Tooth sensitivity occurs when the enamel is worn down. This exposes the inner layer, called dentin, which contains tubules. The fluid movement inside these tubules stimulates the nerves, which results in pain response. However, the most common cause is gum recession, in which the tooth’s root becomes exposed, increasing sensitivity. Other causes are toothbrush abrasion, tooth decay, and excessive grinding, among others. More Information click here.

 

New Device Will Analyze Breath For Medical Diagnosis

New Device Will Analyze Breath For Medical Diagnosis    

It Will Identify Halitosis, Type 1 Diabetes, Asthma, And Lung Cancer    

Researchers are working on a device that will analyze human exhaled breath, which will help to diagnose specific diseases. It recognizes different biomarker gasses related to a disease. It detects components such as hydrogen, water vapor, acetone, ammonia and carbon monoxide, among others. Some of these components are related to halitosis, type 1 diabetes, lung cancer, and asthma. Click here for more information.

 

Teeth Grinding Or Bruxism Is Mostly Caused By Stress Or Anxiety

Teeth Grinding Or Bruxism Is Mostly Caused By Stress Or Anxiety    

Like Snoring, People Might Not Be Aware Of It    

Studies have shown that grinding teeth, known as bruxism, is caused by stress and anxiety in the 70% of cases, especially in women. The symptoms are an aching jaw, facial pain, and teeth sensitivity. Worries result in teeth clenching. Also, the cause can be genetic. Like snoring, people are not aware they grind their teeth until they wake up with a sore jaw, or at a dental visit. It can also be connected to talking while sleeping. It can also cause earaches, which lead to poor sleeping. More info click here.