Sleeping less than six hours nightly may be linked to more jaw pain and higher comorbidities, including widespread pain and psychological problems in patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMDs), according to a study published on May 10 in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation. Therefore, sleep duration may play an important role in the prognosis and treatment…
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Certain indicators of oral infection may help predict a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease, according to research presented at the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) meeting in Portland, OR. A team led by Dylan Baxter of the University of Pittsburgh evaluated links between cardiovascular disease (heart surgery, heart valve, heart murmur,…
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March 14, 2023 — A team of researchers has reported a link between periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups, furthering research that could lead to therapies for the two conditions, according to a study published in Science Translational Medicine. Earlier, computational biologist Vicky Yao, PhD, of Rice University in Houston, discovered traces of bacteria linked with periodontal disease…
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Myths on how Aging Impacts Your Teeth Troubled by the thought of what could happen to your mouth as you age? Don’t let old wives’ tales and stereotypes get the better of you! Time can take a toll on the most able-bodied of individuals, but you may be surprised by how much control seniors retain…
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Dental Aging Myths Debunked Troubled by the thought of what could happen to your mouth as you age? Don’t let old wives’ tales and stereotypes get the better of you! Time can take a toll on the most able-bodied of individuals, but you may be surprised by how much control seniors retain over their dental…
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The amount of ionizing radiation produced during dental x-ray procedures is so low that it is unlikely to cause an abnormality following fetal exposure. Despite this, many dentists hesitate to conduct x-rays in pregnant patients. “Exposure to dental ionizing radiation poses a low risk of malformation or spontaneous abortion of the embryo or fetus,” wrote…
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Behind every dull, tired smirk is a smile waiting to beam. At Diane Bonanni DMD, we love helping patients unlock the smile of their dreams. And by offering them the latest and greatest in cosmetic dentistry, we can do exactly that. Here are three of the best treatments to get if you’re looking to transform your…
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Night guards Protect your Teeth while you sleep Do you often wake up with headaches or experience jaw pain? Have you been told that you grind your teeth? If you answered yes, you may benefit from wearing a night guard to protect your pearly whites. A night guard is a plastic retainer-like dental appliance that…
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Getting restful, good sleep is necessary to lead healthy and productive lives. And while bedrooms were designed to be an oasis of slumber, for many adults, sleep just doesn’t come easy. Could you use a deeper night of sleep? Give these tips a try. • Remove heavily scented items from your space. Some fragrances contain…
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More patients presenting with orofacial pain By Hannah Welk, DrBicuspid.com contributing writer The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for new orofacial pain complaints and related symptoms, according to a study in the Journal of the American Dental Association. The most common symptoms that providers felt were…
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