Sunday, November 8, 2015

Teeth in the News for Early November 2015


Here are some interesting news item links related to teeth and dental health that were posted in early November 2015.

(1)

25% of working age adults are unemployed in Greece.

Even with their entitlement mentality, their dental needs were underserved. Now Greece is one of the most unhealthy nations on earth.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/childrens-dental-problems-are-the-latest-sign-of-greeces-decay_563b7532e4b0307f2cac4280


(2)

What's the difference between plaque and tartar? 

How many teeth am I supposed to have? 

What does the inside of a tooth look like?

http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/picture-of-the-teeth


(3) 

Your body gives you hints that something's not right. 

Do you have any of these low-key indicators of potential dental problems? 

Catch tooth and gum issues them early -- and treatment will tend to be more comfortable and less costly.


(4)

Compassionate, competent dentists do exist. I enjoy seeing news articles about my colleagues who are helping to improve the world.


(5)

Victoria's Secret model turns wisdom tooth into gold pendant.



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Health insurance often treats dental coverage as not very important.



(7)

Rotting teeth of babies is a big concern all over the world. 

Here's the problem being faced in Australia.



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Baby's have very thin enamel on their teeth, so they can get cavities quite easily. Many parents are not aware of how vulnerable their infant's teeth are.



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Current day rats are cute compared to ancient rats with teeth 10 times larger!



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Glistening on the pebble-strewn bottom, in shades ranging from deep blue to black, the teeth are everywhere you look. 

The largest are nearly two inches long, and the smallest so tiny you can barely pick them up.

This particular spot, perhaps 20 feet long, sits below a small Sepulga River waterfall near Evergreen, Alabama. It ranks among the most fossil-rich places in the United States.




(12)

Oral health can ward off Alzheimer's dementia.

More reasons to keep your mouth clean and healthy all during your life, and especially as you age.




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What's the big deal about gum disease? 

How do I know if I have it? 

What happens if I don't get it treated?








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