One in three kids will injure their mouth or teeth—here's what to do when it happens
Every parent has witnessed it: A toddler takes a bad tumble, a youngster flies off their bike, a Little Leaguer has an unfortunate encounter with an errant baseball. Ideally, it's nothing a Band-Aid, some ice, and a big kiss can't make better. Sometimes, though, it's more severe, and that can include an injury to the teeth and mouth. Up to one-third of children and teenagers experience what is known as "dental trauma" at some point as they grow up.
Survey finds a dangerous gap in knowledge about pancreatic cancer among adults under age 50
While pancreatic cancer rates are rising in people under age 50, a new survey conducted by The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center—Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC—James) shows most people continue to believe that pancreatic disease affects only the elderly—and that there is nothing they can do to reduce their risk.
Smokers have a higher level of harmful oral bacteria, study finds
Smokers had higher levels of harmful bacteria—like Fusobacterium, Campylobacter and Tannerella forsythia—in their mouths. These bacteria can cause gum disease and may increase the risk of heart disease because they can trigger inflammation and other harmful effects in the body.
High levels of omega-3, omega-6 may protect against cancer
In addition to lowering your cholesterol, keeping your brain healthy and improving mental health, new research from the University of Georgia suggests omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may help ward off a variety of cancers.
Fruit roll-ups shown to improve dental X-ray quality
Radiographers managed to take high-quality X-rays in 75% of cases where the patient used a sticky fruit strip as an adhesive-aid, compared to just 36% of cases where the patient's mouth was empty.
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