Ten million are affected by Osteoporosis which is a disease that decreases bone density and weakens bones. In addition, more than one-third of females over age 65 display signs and symptoms of the disease.

Many individuals inflicted with osteoporosis are not diagnosed until a fracture occurs. In addition, they are unaware that oral-health problems, such as tooth loss and gum disease, are early signs that help their dentist to suspect osteoporosis. This according to a report published in the May/June 2004 issue of General Dentistry

Sports drinks and sodas may taste good but they can wreak havoc on teeth. The American Dental Association is prompting their members who participated in focus groups to name sports drinks and sodas as culprits of dental decay and disease.

Over 20 million people in the U.S. have asthma.  Dentist are seeing more and more asthmatic patients taking medication, that can lead to increased cavities, bad breath and gum problems.  It is important that if you have asthma you inform your dentist for proper dental care.

Also do not forget to bring your inhalers our dental visit. Many times this is often forgotten, causing more in-office asthma attacks, as reported by the Academy of General Dentistry.

My son is 16 and playing football.  Although he does wear a mouth guard in order to protect his teeth, the ones we get are from a drug store.  They never really seem to fit well and he complains about them.  I would like to take him to a dentist who can make custom fitted mouth guard for him, however my current dental insurance does not offer benefits for such a service.  Since I a guessing he will need more then just one mouth guard due the time he plays foot ball I like to find a dental plan that offers some benefits for mouth guards.

Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia, robs the body of much-needed vitamins and minerals, and without proper nutrition, the gums can become increasingly soft, tender, and bleeding easily.

Eating disorders that involve excessive vomiting, can cause discoloration and erosion of the teeth due to constant contact with acid from the stomach. People who have eating disorders also may experience swollen salivary glands, dry mouth, sensitive teeth, and loss of tooth enamel.  Anyone who has eating orders should consult a doctor, however let your dentist know about the disorder as well so that he/she can scheduled dental exams to monitor your dental health.

Both Invisalign and Incognito Hidden Braces are comfortable and virtually invisible. Invisalign aligners are made from a clear, transparent plastic and are worn over the teeth; no metal is involved. In place they are virtually invisible; no one will be able to tell you are wearing them. Incognito Hidden Braces are worn behind the teeth so, like Invisalign, they are invisible to others and no one will know you are wearing braces. Dr Louis F. Mascola, office is located at 19000 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 410 Torrance, California

In order to prevent sports dental and oral injuries, it is important to understand the different types of mouth guards and their varying degrees of protection. A person should consistently wear a properly fitted mouth guard whenever playing a sport, by doing so it can eliminate or greatly reduce the severity of a dental injury.

Oral cancer has approximately 35,000 new cases reported annually in the United States.  Some of the indicators of oral cancer may include bleeding sores, lumps, or thick, hard spots, as well as changes in the way teeth fit together.

Oral cancer is sometimes difficult to self-diagnose, therefore it is best advise to have routine dental exams by your dentist.  A dentist will feel for lumps or irregular tissue changes in your neck, head, cheeks, and oral cavity and thoroughly examine the soft tissues in your mouth, specifically looking for any sores or discolored tissues.

Dr H Robert Stender of Pasadena California Cosmetic Dentist Adds New Features to Facebook and Twitter. In Pasadena California Dr Stender of Pasadena Cosmetic Dentist is glad to announce the recent updates of articles and testimonials of his practice on his Facebook and Twitter accounts. Patients are encouraged to become fans of Dr Stender’s Facebook and or to follow him on his Twitter account, in order to get the latest updates.

With the start of the New Year many people are reviewing their old budget or making new ones.  Do not forget to budget in your dental care needs.

Dental care should not be viewed as a luxury, So make sure items like toothpaste containing fluoride,  mouthwash, toothbrushes, dental floss and a check-up at the dentist find their way into your budget.

One way to help save money on your dental care needs for your budget is by having dental insurance.  If you budget the cost of dental insurance it will save you money on your dental care needs.  In most cases preventive dental care is free under dental insurance and with proper preventive dental care you can avoid having larger more costly dental services.

I have dental insurance that only covers my basic dental care needs.  For many years it has worked well for me. Now however I would like to have my teeth straighten and whiten.  These two dental services are not covered under my current plan.  Is there any secondary dental plans I could buy that will provide coverages for the dental services I want to have done.

In the United States over 25 million people suffer from diabetes.   People that have diabetes need to make sure they continue to have regular dental check up in order to maintain their oral health care.

Diabetes reduces the body’s resistance to infection, therefore their gums are at risk for gum disease.  Also those with diabetes can experience high incidences of oral fungal infections and persistent bad breath.

One way to have better oral health is,  if you are a smoker to stop. Smoking has a detrimental effect on your mouth, teeth and gums. Research has also shown smokers to lose more teeth than non-smokers. It can also cause mouth cancer, so use the new year to kick the habit and turn around your oral health.  Also make sure to have proper dental care habits at home.  Although many people may know to brush at least twice a day for two minutes and to floss daily,  still many other people do not practice this good dental care habit.

Having regular dental exams by your dentist not only helps to decrease your risk or oral diseases such as tooth decay and gum disease, but they also hope to diagnose other sometimes life threatening medical conditions.

Do not over look the importance of having dental check ups. A person oral health can tell a dentist many things about your over all healthcare, therefore they may be able recognize symptoms of serious diseases, such as diabetes, cancer, and eating disorders, which often manifest as signs and symptoms inside of the mouth.

I am currently looking for a gentle dentist in Chula Vista California,  who is a trusted and accepts dental PPO plans.  I am going to buy a dental PPO insurance plan in California though Delta Dental.  I like that in a PPO plan I open to see any dentist I want to.  This is important to me because I also need to find a gentle dentist that is trusted.  I have dental fears my last dentist was never able to address which may me not go to the dentist as often as I should.  Also since my current plan was an HMO I was stuck since he was the only provider I could go to.  How do I make sure I getting the best plan with the best dentist.

Dr Mehran Raza  of Vista Dental Care and Specialty Center’s has recently completed another continuing education course in implant dentistry at the California Implant Institute.  Dentistry is constantly growing, refining and improving the methods used to treat patients and Dr Raza has made it his personal goal to be as well informed and educated as possible.

Total Family Dental Group in Torrance, California a Pediatric dentists dental office helps to explain what a new parent should expect at their baby’s first dental appointment.  It is advise that a baby should have their first dental visit around the age of one.  Pediatric dentist are specialized in child psychology and the first dental visit should be a positive experience for your child.  It also a time for the parent to ask questions about teething, and oral health care.  The dentist will be able to go over brushing techniques. The first visit is the time where the parents and dentist can set the tone for future dental visits.

People that experience frequent headaches or pain between the earlobe and jawline should consul their dentist about TMD.   Having poor posture will often time place the spine in a position that may cause stress to the jaw joints.  When you slouch or hunch over your lower jaw shifts forward, causing the upper and lower teeth to not fit together properly. Your skull also moves back on the spinal column which may cause headaches. This puts stress on muscle, joints and bones.  Having good posture is important and it is just as important to realize how posture can affects your oral health.

I am currently missing four of my front teeth.  I do have teeth on either side of the gap so I was told that I could have a bridge put in. I have been dealing with this gap now for over three years and I just hate the way my teeth look.

I have been saving up my money in order to fix up my teeth.  I would like to have some idea on just how much getting a dental bridge would cost me?  I tired calling a few dentist but they said they could not tell me any cost without seeing me first.   I told them that I just wanted an idea of cost but even that seemed to much for them.    Please advise so I know if I have enough money if I still need to be saving up some more.

In studies from Taiwan, Professional tooth scaling was associated with fewer heart attacks and strokes.   Among more than 100,000 people, those who had their teeth scraped and cleaned by a dentist or dental hygienist had a 24 percent lower risk of heart attack and 13 percent lower risk of stroke compared to those who had never had a dental cleaning. The participants in the study were followed for an average of seven years.