Damage To Teeth | pilladvised

Cavemen Had Healthier Mouth Bacteria

DNA preserved in calcified bacteria on the teeth of ancient human skeletons has shed light on the health consequences of the evolving diet and behavior from the Stone Age to the modern day.

Obesity Linked to Gum Disease

Impacting approximately one-third of the U.S. population, obesity is a significant health concern for Americans. It’s a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain forms of cancer, and now, according to an article published in the January/February 2013 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), it also may be a risk factor for gum disease.

Energy and Sports Drinks Damage Teeth

An alarming increase in the consumption of sports and energy drinks, especially among adolescents, is causing irreversible damage to teeth, according to a new study from The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine.