Insecure about your oral health? You’re not alone. More than 25 percent of American adults report feeling less than confident about their oral health. According to a recent Cigna survey, there’s a significant correlation between self-confidence and seeing the dentist regularly. The study found that 75 percent of individuals who…
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Is there a link between obesity and gum disease? According to a research study from the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine, yes, there is, but the relationship isn’t as easy to explain as cause and effect. The study, published in the British Dental Journal, focuses on one…
Losing a tooth may impact more than your smile – it could leave you with a higher risk of heart disease. A new study presented at the American College of Cardiology Middle East Conference 2019, held in conjunction with the 10th Emirates Cardiac Society Congress in October, highlighted the connection…
Scientists at the University of Copenhagen successfully extracted a complete human genome from ancient ‘chewing gum.’ Their success may mean there is a new untapped source of ancient DNA. While excavating in Lolland, Denmark, archaeologists found a 5,700-year-old piece of birch pitch, which was often used as ‘chewing gum’ in…
Healthy women in their postmenopausal years are 50 percent more likely to develop obstructive sleep apnea than their premenopausal or perimenopausal counterparts, according to new findings published in the journal Menopause. Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. Individuals living with mild…
You probably think you have a good understanding of what constitutes traditional braces. Wires, brackets and rubber bands, right? Do you know about epigenetic orthodontics? If not, you’re not alone. Many people haven’t heard of epigenetic orthodontics, but more people are finding out about this type of treatment and how…
One of the most common questions we hear at Legends Dental is, ‘When is it OK to breathe through your mouth?’ Ideally, the answer is never, but in reality, sometimes you have to breathe through your mouth, like when you’re suffering from a cold or having congestion caused by seasonal…
A recent study published in the journal Clinical Oral Investigations by King’s College London has identified sugar-sweetened, acidic drinks, including soft drinks, as a common factor between obesity in adults and tooth wear. Tooth wear is defined as the premature wearing of teeth due to the softening of the dental…
Researchers at the Monell Chemical Senses Center have found that newly discovered chemical-sensing cells found in gum tissue can help defend the body against infections. The cells, found in an animal study, protect the mouth against microbes that can damage the soft tissues of the mouth and destroy the bone…
Vaping. It’s been in the news almost every day recently it seems. Concerns and controversy are swirling over whether it can cause serious health issues such as heart problems, lung problems and even death, and there are many concerns about safety for teens and other young users. While vaping is…