http://www.agd.org Latest Oral Health Resources en-us Copyright 1996-2012 Academy of General Dentistry http://backend.userland.com/rss Fri, 3 Feb 2012 05:50:02 CST http://www.agd.org 129 100 'Tis the season for giving, but remember to give yourself the most important gift of all this holiday season: a healthy smile! Maintaining good oral hygiene during the holiday season is more important than ever, advises the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).   “Holiday get-togethers tend to lead people to consume sugary treats and drink alcoholic beverages more than us... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=315&Topic=N&ArtID=10265#body Tue, 6 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General Dentistry(AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.   “Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says Dr. Flanagan. “People have the tendency to graze on the sugary treats lying aro... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=295&Topic=C&ArtID=10015#body Tue, 4 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.   “Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says Dr. Flanagan. “People have the tendency to graze on the sugary treats lying aro... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=296&Topic=C&ArtID=10016#body Tue, 4 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.   “Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says Dr. Flanagan. “People have the tendency to graze on the sugary treats lying around... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=315&Topic=N&ArtID=10018#body Tue, 4 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST As each October creeps up on Cindy Flanagan, DDS, MAGD, spokesperson for the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), her mind always wanders to the amount of sweets both children and adults will be consuming during the last few months of the year.   “Too many sweets can cause a spooky mouth,” says Dr. Flanagan. “People have the tendency to graze on the sugary treats lying around... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=316&Topic=N&ArtID=10017#body Tue, 4 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST Is kissing harmful to your health? With just one kiss couples can share more than 500 different types of disease-causing germs and viruses, warns the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists.   “Not knowing who you are kissing could be as dangerous to your health as having multiple sexual partners,” says AGD spoke... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=308&Topic=I&ArtID=9431#body Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 CST Research has shown that playing a musical instrument can help nourish, cultivate, and increase intelligence in children, but playing a used instrument also can pose a potentially dangerous health risk.   Used woodwind and brass instruments were found to be heavily contaminated with a variety of bacteria and fungi, many of which are associated with minor to serious infectiou... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=308&Topic=I&ArtID=9430#body Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 CST Research has shown that playing a musical instrument can help nourish, cultivate, and increase intelligence in children, but playing a used instrument also can pose a potentially dangerous health risk.   Used woodwind and brass instruments were found to be heavily contaminated with a variety of bacteria and fungi, many of which are associated with minor to serious infectiou... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=296&Topic=C&ArtID=9429#body Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 CST Regular dental exams not only help to decrease a patient’s risk of oral diseases, such as cavities and periodontal (gum) disease, but they may also help to diagnose other, sometimes life-threatening, medical conditions.   Dentists are able to assess a patient’s overall oral health and may recognize symptoms of serious diseases, including diabetes, cancer, and eating disor... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=320&Topic=O&ArtID=9433#body Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 CST Most people can relate to the uncomfortable feeling that occurs after scalding their mouth on hot soup or coffee. It’s a relief when that burnt feeling subsides after several days. But imagine experiencing that burning sensation all day, every day. The condition is called burning mouth syndrome (BMS), and damage to the nervous system during menopause may be to blame, according to an article pu... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=293&Topic=B&ArtID=9413#body Fri, 6 May 2011 00:00:00 CST From its involvement in a healthy immune system to its role in cell growth, zinc is an essential mineral for the human body. Zinc deficiency is a worldwide problem that affects approximately 4 million people in the U.S. alone.   Consumed naturally in the human diet, zinc can be found in food sources, such as beef, yogurt, eggs, and fish. Furthermore, zinc is widely used in ... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=1332&Topic=Z&ArtID=9155#body Fri, 4 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST From its involvement in a healthy immune system to its role in cell growth, zinc is an essential mineral for the human body. Zinc deficiency is a worldwide problem that affects approximately 4 million people in the U.S. alone.   Consumed naturally in the human diet, zinc can be found in food sources, such as beef, yogurt, eggs, and fish. Furthermore, zinc is widely used in ... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=186&Topic=D&ArtID=9156#body Fri, 4 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST Parents are a child’s first teachers in life and they play a significant role in maintaining their child’s overall health. In observance of National Children's Dental Health Month, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) encourages parents to introduce good oral health habits to their children during infancy.   According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Preventi... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=296&Topic=C&ArtID=9051#body Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST Is kissing harmful to your health? With just one kiss couples can share more than 500 different types of disease-causing germs and viruses, warns the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists.   “Not knowing who you are kissing could be as dangerous to your health as having multiple sexual partners,” says AGD... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=312&Topic=M&ArtID=8949#body Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST Is kissing harmful to your health? With just one kiss couples can share more than 500 different types of disease-causing germs and viruses, warns the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists.   “Not knowing who you are kissing could be as dangerous to your health as having multiple sexual partners,” says AGD spokesperso... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=341&Topic=W&ArtID=8950#body Wed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST Many people ring in a new year by making health-related resolutions to improve their lives, but how many of those lifestyle changes are kept past January? The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a professional association of more than 35,000 general dentists dedicated to staying up to date in the profession through continuing education, has compiled some easy-to-keep oral health tips that cons... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=184&Topic=H&ArtID=8674#body Wed, 1 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST Even though most people are aware that good oral health is essential for the overall health of both mother and child, misunderstandings about the safety of dental care during pregnancy may cause pregnant women to avoid seeing their dentist. The fact is that dentists can create a treatment plan that is safe, effective, and essential for combating the adverse effects of oral disease during pregn... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=325&Topic=P&ArtID=8655#body Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, diabetes affects nearly 24 million people in the United States. The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) encourages those with diabetes to pay extra attention to their oral health. Studies have shown that those with diabetes are more susceptible to the development of oral infections and periodontal (gum) disease than those who do ... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=188&Topic=D&ArtID=8529#body Mon, 1 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, diabetes affects nearly 24 million people in the United States. The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) encourages those with diabetes to pay extra attention to their oral health. Studies have shown that those with diabetes are more susceptible to the development of oral infections and periodontal (gum) disease than those who do ... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=324&Topic=G&ArtID=8530#body Mon, 1 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) is an umbrella term that describes the range of effects that can occur in a person whose mother drank alcohol while pregnant. Each year, FASD affect an estimated 40,000 infants in the United States—more than spina bifida, Down syndrome, and muscular dystrophy combined. Dentists have found themselves to be in a unique position to aid children with FASD be... http://www.agd.org/public/oralhealth/?IssID=296&Topic=C&ArtID=8232#body Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST