'The flu zone.'

Article Abstract:

Influenza (flu) is a communicable disease that has implications for dentistry. Flu viruses are classified into types A, B, and C. Type A is the most common and is associated with most serious outbreaks. Flu viruses can mutate and cause widespread illness. Two to four days after infection, people with the flu develop a headache, chills, and a dry cough that is rapidly followed by fever and body aches. By day three, the fever is replaced by nasal congestion and a sore throat. Recommended treatment includes rest, fluids, and acetaminophen or aspirin. The elderly and people with heart disease, lung disease, metabolic problems, or a suppressed immune system are at high risk for flu. Health professionals with extensive patient contact also have an increased risk. To prevent illness, clinicians should receive the flu vaccine and must rigorously follow established infection control guidelines.

Demographic aspects, Influenza

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Biomimicry, dental implants and clinical trials

Article Abstract:

Dental implants have a long and varied history in human dental care. Archaeologists have found evidence that early humans used animal teeth, human teeth, ivory and other materials to replace lost teeth. The American Dental Association accepted a titanium screw technique in 1986 that was first used in patients 20 years earlier. A number of methods have been developed to implant metal anchors in bone below the teeth to support an artificial replacement tooth. When patients are carefully selected, these implants can be very effective. The forces of biting and infection cause most failures.

Analysis, History, Implant dentures, Dental implants, Implant dentures, Endosseous, Endosseous dental implants

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First encounters: transmission of infectious oral diseases from mother to child

Article Abstract:

Studies suggest that oral bacteria such as Streptococcus mutans, considered the major cause of tooth decay, may be passed between mother and child during pregnancy. One study determined that women with periodontal disease were seven times more likely to deliver low birth weight (LBW) babies prematurely. After birth, breast milk/colostrum, which carries immune-enhancing antibodies, may also carry bacteria, both beneficial and infectious.

Research, Maternal-fetal exchange, Physiological aspects, Dental caries, Mouth, Oral microbiology

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