Baby teeth are more important than we have thought. Baby teeth are a repository which can reveal everything a person has been exposed to including environmental toxins such as lead and pesticides and stress hormones produced in utero.

The emerging study of the totality of health-affecting exposures a person experiences is referred to as exposome. It will help health practitioners to analyze what a patient has been exposed to and use that information to determine health risks linked to or caused by those exposures.

Researchers believe that exposures as early as pregnancy could affect the onset and progression of conditions such as adult obesity, childhood asthma and cancers.

Read the full story here http://www.themorningsun.com/health/20160810/baby-teeth-contain-clues-about-early-exposure-to-toxins

Dry mouth is a condition in which the mouth has little or no saliva. The effects of a dry mouth go beyond the feeling thirsty -- as it can affect the taste and digestion of foods and drinks. Other symptoms dry mouth are cracked lips, the mouth feels tight and dry, sores in the corners of the mouth, and difficulty swallowing.

Read more here http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/ss/slideshow-dry-mouth

Here are some myths and facts linked to tooth cavities:

1. Myth: Sugar is the only thing that causes cavities. Fact: Acid produced by bacteria in the mouth is the major cause of tooth cavities. The acids break down the enamel on the teeth leading to decay.

2. Myth: Aspirin next to a tooth will help a toothache. Fact: You risk getting an ulcer instead.

3. Myth: Only kids get cavities. Fact: Adults especially seniors get just as many cavities.

Read more here www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/cavities-myths

There's now a serious debate about oral hygiene, amid recent reports that flossing could be a waste of time. Here are some tips for good oral hygiene:

� Brush your teeth twice every day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent tooth decay.

� Brush your teeth the last thing at night and at least one other time during the day.

Read more here http://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/health/how-often-should-you-brush-8637066

Dental implants are a popular way of replacing teeth lost through natural wear, periodontal disease, and trauma. The implants permanently secure the new tooth to the jawbone.

Great reasons for dental implants:

1. Dental implants help to boost your self-esteem by providing good structure to the face and in pronunciation of words.

2. Dental implants are a long-term solution.

3. The implants feel and work like natural teeth.

4. Implants are resistant to decay (but that doesn?t eliminate the need for regular brushing).

5. Lastly, dental implants are secure so there's no feeling of "loose teeth" you might have with dentures. Many people get implants to secure their dentures to avoid this problem.

Read the full story here http://www.kvoa.com/story/31561224/4-reasons-dental-implants-can-improve-your-life

There's now a serious debate about oral hygiene, amid recent reports that flossing could be a waste of time. Here are some tips for good oral hygiene:

� Brush your teeth twice every day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent tooth decay.

� Brush your teeth the last thing at night and at least one other time during the day.

Read more here http://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/health/how-often-should-you-brush-8637066

Dentists and other medical practitioners have issued warnings to people following a DIY whitening procedure that makes use of charcoal-derived mixture on teeth.

The product is said to whiten the teeth after brushing for 3 to 5 minutes. In the video espousing its properties, the product is touted as highly absorbent and absorbing all toxins, bacteria and staining on the teeth. It can be bought from health food stores or online in capsule form.

According to the dentists, the method leads to the deterioration of tooth enamel and tooth erosion -- permanent damage.

Read the full story here http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/08/15/dentist-warns-against-charcoal-teeth-whitening-trend.html

Teeth grinding is perhaps the least discussed dental problem. This occurs during sleep and can be caused by stress or anxiety. Visit the doctor to get a mouth guard to protect the teeth from damage.

Read more here http://wric.com/2016/08/15/preventing-tooth-and-muscle-damage-from-teeth-grinding/

Research carried out at the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) found that baby teeth contain valuable stem cells that have the potential to turn into just about any type of cell.

The stem cells from baby teeth can actually be used to repair the damaged cells in the mouth. These stem cells are classified among the most powerful in the human body because they can proliferate much faster.

There are a number of global services that can store your child?s baby tooth for a fee. If your child ever needs a bone marrow donor, this would eliminate that need.

Read the full story here http://www.davidwolfe.com/doctors-urge-parents-save-kids-baby-teeth/

Dental implants are the preferred option today in replacing missing teeth, compared to dentures and bridges.

Dental implants look as good as natural teeth -- and are�permanent since the titanium screw fuses to the jaw bone.

The dental implant is inserted by a dentist or oral surgeon in only two visits. The titanium root is installed during the first visit, after which the gum is allowed to heal before attaching the crown.

Read the full story here http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/dental-implants-teeth