Researchers at Okayama University report in Archives of Oral Biology that involuntary masseter muscle activity – unnecessary motion of the muscles normally used for chewing – may be linked to a common dental disease known as periodontitis Periodontitis is an infection of the gum , damaging jaw tissue and ultimately destroying the bone holding teeth in place, resulting in tooth loosening and loss. Medical researchers have been investigating the relationship between periodontitis and the activity of the masseter muscles – the main muscles involved in the process of chewing.
Okayama University Research: Possible Link Between Excess Chewing Muscle Activity and Dental Disease
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– September 11, 2018
Why is the roof of my mouth swollen?
Many conditions may cause a swollen roof of the mouth, including sores, dehydration, and mucus buildups. In this article, learn about six causes of a swollen roof of the mouth, and possible treatment or home remedies. We also cover more serious conditions affecting the roof of the mouth and when to see a doctor.
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– September 11, 2018
Alfred North Whitehead
“Everything of importance has been said before by somebody who did not discover it.”
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– September 10, 2018
Most NHS dentists ‘often think about leaving’ practice
A survey of primary care dentists shows that nearly two thirds of principal dentists and over half of associate dentists “often think about leaving general dental practice”. (Source: NHS Networks)
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– September 10, 2018
Leon Trotsky
“Old age is the most unexpected of all the things that happen to a man.”
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– September 9, 2018
Dental & Medical Insurance Extravaganza In Las Vegas
Do you want to practice smarter not harder? Join many of my of the insurance experts who will be presenting at this event in Las Vegas. Maximize your patients insurance benefits and be more profitable. This is not to be missed!!!!!! (Source: Dental Technology Blog)
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– September 9, 2018
Things you never thought would sell for as much as they did
There is more to the story than some crazed fan using a credit card to sweep up the Canadian's locks. It started in January 2011 when TV host Ellen DeGeneres tweeted that she wanted world peace for her birthday…and a piece of Bieber's hair.
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– September 9, 2018
Dick Clark
“Humor is always based on a modicum of truth. Have you ever heard a joke about a father-in-law?”
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– September 8, 2018
Carestream Dental Marks First Year as Freestanding Digital Dental Technology Company
ATLANTA —Carestream Dental is breaking with tradition for a good reason. The traditional one-year anniversary gift may be paper, but the independent dental technology company can ’t help but celebrate with all things digital.“It’s been an exciting first year for Carestream Dental, full of transformation and growth,” Lisa Ashby, CEO, Carestream Dental, said. “I’m proud of all the company and its employees have achieved, and I’m grateful for the doctors and partners around the world who trust us to delive r the solutions they need to change their patients’ lives.”Carestream Dental became a freestanding dental technology company focused solely on digital solutions on Sept. 1, 2017, when it was acquired by Clayton, Dubilier& Rice (CD&R) and CareCapital Advisors Limi…
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– September 8, 2018
Virtual 3D-printed surgical model improves bone regeneration
Dental implant technology has advanced greatly over the past few decades, allowing for more cost effective procedures. Often, when a patient loses teeth due to trauma or disease, bone loss ensues that makes it difficult or impossible to use dentures or dental implants.
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– September 8, 2018
