Limbaugh: Obama's presidency worsening relations between races Oct 13, 2009
Rush can afford a football team but he can't get a pair of dentures that fit. BY Elevenworth on 10/12/2009 at 10:07Mason Green ;Please elaborate. (TheHill.com)
Grinding Away Stress With Your Teeth? Oct 10, 2009
Repairing this damage (treatments include bridges, crowns, root canals, dentures and implants) can be very costly. Some patients could also develop TMJ (temporomandibular joint syndrome). (CBS News -- Health)
Political Insider Oct 8, 2009
I nearly spit my dentures out when I saw that story on the news. It gets worse though and there are likely to be mass resignations out there in Gwinnett Apparently the County Commissioner who pushed the land purchase through, Sherry Lassiter, works for Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
CT's toothless fashion Oct 8, 2009
Suddenly he pops out a pair of dentures, revealing a gap-toothed smile, the four upper front teeth missing, a common sight among mixed-race Capetonians that has spawned outrageous myths and stereotypes. A group of youngsters clad in baggy sweaters, caps drawn low over shiny sunglasses, mill around curiously before they start to pop out their own dentures, showing off gummy smiles and striking gangster poses ... He said he has made thousands of partial dentures for people who need to look... (iAfrica.com)
Hosier charged with murder Oct 2, 2009
I personally can't fill out a piece of paper and have my eyes checked and get free glasses; nor can I get all of my teeth either fixed or get dentures for free. The monthly preventive medications alone that they get would run the average person without insurance in the 100's to 1000's of dollars EVERY month. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Pictures of 'meth mouth' show teens drug's dangers Oct 1, 2009
"It's an astronomical cost. Having all this decay in all their teeth is like having a constant open wound. Realistically, a typical meth mouth patient is looking at removing all of their teeth and getting dentures while they're still young.". One 26-year-old former ice addict who lives in Honolulu still suffers pain despite thousands of dollars worth of root canals and repair work. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Condiment Column Sep 26, 2009
It's a heavily onion-based relish that is capable of a spice kick that will blow your dentures into the neighbor's pool. Of course, the same can be said for most food in south Louisiana, so I wasn't taken totally by surprise. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
COLUMN: Your source for dental information: Is the World Wide Web your choice? Sep 25, 2009
Search the Web for information on dentures on a popular search engine such as Google ... The title of the first page is ADA.org: Oral Health Topics: Dentures ... org/public/topics/dentures. (Malden Observer, MA)
Hope itll be a Dog day afternoon for LSU Sep 22, 2009
Lou Holtz is a moron & needs to clean his freaking dentures. I m a big LSU fan & it should be a good game. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Perfect to a fault Sep 20, 2009
In fact, 40 or so years ago, if your teeth were perfectly straight and gleaming white, they were presumed to be sad, clackety dentures that you took out at night and stuck in a glass of water or pulled out at parties as a joke. But cast into the 21st century, the fictional character of Austin Powers - played to such comic effect in the film of the same name by Mike Myers - is the joke. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Study examines rising cost of health care in Washington Sep 19, 2009
El Gabilon wrote on Sep 18, 2009 12:44 PM:" Lets face reality...no one in this country wants to reform health care. If they did it would have already been done. The real issue is: Money Honey! There are enough health care systems throughout the world that are far superiour to ours, that keep costs low, and provide excellent health care to their citizens. Japan is an example as are several other Asian nations. Americans have mistakenly concluded that they are living in the greatest nation on... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Denture cream overdoses spur illness, lawsuits Sep 19, 2009
"The dentures I had then didn't fit that good. They would get loose and I would reapply," he said ... A tube is supposed to last three to 10 weeks, with directions calling for only small dabs of the adhesive to keep dentures in place ... Likewise, the American Dental Association said the link between denture cream use and neurological problems remains unproven, The group urges people with denture difficulties not to overuse the adhesives and see their dentist if they have loose-fitting dentures.... (MSNBC -- Health)
Restoring Safety, Renewing Lives Sep 16, 2009
REALTOR Magazine Online: The real estate professional's business support tool. YOUR INTERACTIVE MAGAZINE REALTOR.ORG/realtormag. (Realtor Magazine Online)
World's Oldest Person Dies in Los Angeles at 115 Sep 12, 2009
She refused to use dentures. "I don't know how she does it. She only has her gums, no teeth," said Susie Exconde, the nursing director who found Baines dead in her bed at about 7:25 a.m.. (Fox News)
Obituaries in the news Sep 12, 2009
She refused to use dentures. Witt, her physician, said that when he visited Baines earlier this week, she only complained that her bacon was soggy and arthritis was causing pain in her right knee. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Brewer's yeast is effective in fight against mosquitoes Sep 7, 2009
There are several causes for excess saliva or reduced swallowing, which include pregnancy, stomatitis (inflammation of the mucous membranes in the mouth), Bell's palsy, gastroesophageal reflux, certain medications, nasal obstructions, new dentures, some neurological disorders (including strokes) and nerve damage. If you are concerned, consult your primary-care physician or dentist. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Gov. Brewer approves plan to sell state Capitol buildings Sep 4, 2009
Eliminates Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System coverage for dentures. Restricts rates for AHCCCS' payments to providers. (AZCentral)
Musical finds comedy in aging, dentures and death Sep 2, 2009
-- A musical in Florida about death, drooping, dentures, and other topics of aging is finding a strong following ... Among the song titles: "Help! I've Fallen for You and I Can't Get Up," "Nobody Loves You When You Suffer Gout," "I Got The Lost-My-Dentures-On-Steak-Night Blues" and "Goin' to the Chapel and I'm Gonna Get Buried.". (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Saban has been a bargain for Alabama Sep 2, 2009
does Saban have false teeth-what does he do with that mouth when the dentures are out-just curious. Johnny DangerDawg. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Stanislaus County reduces health care for poor Sep 2, 2009
Participants must pay half the cost of dental services such as dentures, crowns and root canals. "The MIA program is fabulous," Armida D. Zavala, a Modesto mother of six, told supervisors Tuesday. (Modesto Bee, CA)
• 5th District Court news Aug 29, 2009
Plaintiff alleges that defendant negligently removed some of her teeth and provided her with a set of ill fitting dentures. Plaintiff further alleges that the defendants actions caused her gum tissue to become infected which resulted in the need of hospitalization and several surgical procedures to address the infection and remove bone shards from her jaw. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
RNC Suggests Dems May Deny GOP Health Care Aug 29, 2009
They may have something--strip all the "tea-baggers" of their fat government benefits, and they'll be singing out of the other side of their dentures, don't ya know. by sanity4u August 28, 2009 7:08 PM EDT. (CBS News)
VETS CORNER: The luxury of complaint Aug 29, 2009
Veteran Advocates of Ore-Ida is looking for a dentist that will provide dentures to help a veteran in need. Teeth are being pulled by a government dentist, but the government will not supply dentures. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Cathy’s Corner — Grandchildren crack me up sometimes Aug 28, 2009
She was taking out her dentures and putting them in a cup. Noah, with his over-sized vocal cords, blurted out, MOM. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Tattoos not taboo Aug 25, 2009
misshoneybee wrote on Aug 24, 2009 12:29 PM:" Of course, there are some poeple that have dentures but don't wear them because the dentures are painful. Some people have a difficult time getting a comfortable fit. ". misshoneybee wrote on Aug 24, 2009 12:23 PM:" Oops 'one'--not on! ". (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Dentists warned on cheap imports Aug 24, 2009
DENTISTS should be compelled to disclose to their patients where their crowns, dentures and other products are made, according to the dental manufacturing industry. After warning last week that heavy metals such as nickel, beryllium, lead and cadmium were being used in cheap imported products, the Oral Health Professional Association's College of Dental Technicians said consumers had a right to decide for themselves whether they wanted cheap unregulated products in their mouths. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
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She was about 5 feet 2, weighed about 103 pounds and wore dentures. Detectives believe she may have lived in northern Indiana or northern Illinois in a care facility because of an illness, Detective Sgt. Doug Kill said. (The Herald-Palladium)
Dentists targeted on toxic imports Aug 22, 2009
Dentists could legally import cut-price prosthetics such as crowns, bridges and dentures because the Therapeutic Goods Administration did not regulate imported custom-made dental products. Yet the use of such heavy metals in Australian-made equivalents was banned due to their carcinogenic properties. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Locals injured in incident on Black River Aug 20, 2009
His face was beaten until his dentures splintered into a million pieces. I knew I had to do something to try to help them. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
The community responds Aug 15, 2009
Red Cross of Michigan alone donated 22,000 in direct services to provide prescription, dentures, eye glasses, lodging, debit cards and other necessities. Volunteers met early at the Eagles to accept donations that were being dropped off and to sort them into categories such as nonperishable foods, kitchen utensils, clothing and much more. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
U.S. Health Care Gets Boost From Charity Aug 14, 2009
Of course in NOLA a lot of people there were being served by the dental school that was ruined by the storm, they had dentures ready to be delivered, gone. They were in treatment plans, students not there to complete them. (CBS News -- Evening News)
History Unkind to Health Care Reformers Aug 13, 2009
All of his remaining teeth had to be removed and for him to be fitted with dentures ... After the swelling had gone down and his gums healed, Don was fitted with an excellent set of dentures with which he was very happy. (CBS News -- Health)
Health Watch: Tips for healthful, happy aging Aug 11, 2009
If left untreated, the result can be irreversible enamel loss, which can lead to larger issues such as cavities, sensitivity, veneers, dentures and even oral surgery. Pick a multipurpose toothpaste that addresses all dental issues: cavities, gingivitis, plaque, sensitivity, tartar, fresh breath and whitening. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Somali Islamists pull out gold teeth of 'sinners' Aug 11, 2009
In the station, I met several men and women whose dentures were being pulled out by a masked man they called a doctor. The doctor used a pincer or his gloved hand depending on the strength of the tooth, Bashir said. (India Times, India)
Mother's search for dentist ends Aug 8, 2009
She had horrible teeth and she needed them pulled and dentures put in ... Not too long after she started going there, Medicaid was getting ready to stop adults from gettomg dental work done so the dentist agreed to pull her teeth and fit her with dentures. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Uncle Sam Wants to Set Corporate Pay Aug 8, 2009
I bet Jeff Sessions and Lindsey Graham will take out their dentures for you, just. JackLeg. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Juices, tea and energy drinks erode teeth Jul 31, 2009
" This causes hypersensitivity, discoloration and cracks on the teeth. Serious cases require crowns or even dentures if entire teeth have disintegrated. Research in Europe has linked that acidic beverage consumption to increasing tooth erosion. A person who has bulimia or acid reflux disease could get tooth erosion, because of stomach acids in their mouth, but the more common culprits are often beverages, Bassiouny said. Here are some of them: Energy drinks Researchers at the University of... (CNN)
Dentsply International Inc. Jul 31, 2009
company, which also makes dental X-ray equipment and material for braces and dentures, said net income declined 11 percent to $70. 2 million, or 47 cents a share. (Boston Globe)
Jody Johnson: Aloe vera A cheap trick Jul 30, 2009
Denture patients contending with sore ridges and ill-fitting dentures and partials can benefit from A.V. as fungi and bacterial contamination are reduced in conjunction with these irritations. Inject A.V. around dental implants to control inflammation from bacteria contamination. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Local Industry People in Business Jul 30, 2009
Her practice provides specialty care for all dental restorative treatment, including crowns, bridges, dental implant surgery and dental implant crowns, porcelain veneers, TMJ or temporomandibular joint disorder therapy, cosmetic dentistry, partial and complete dentures and treatment for acquired and congenital head and neck defects. Board certification is received after extensive written, oral and case presentations to the American Board of Prosthodontics, a board spokesman said. (Santa Maria Times)
Trim, taut and terrific figures Jul 28, 2009
Older people, for instance, could get their dentures fitted promptly rather than waiting years for an appointment at a public clinic. But come time to move into a nursing home, and those who want to secure a high-care bed could face accommodation bonds of about $150,000. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Dentists give plan to fix nation’s teeth the brush-off Jul 28, 2009
6 billion-a-year Denticare Australia scheme that would offer universal access to preventive and restorative dental care and dentures ... It argued the Denticare scheme would deliver limited services such as teeth cleaning, extractions, fillings and dentures, but neglected more invasive procedures. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Police: Fla. woman practiced dentistry in garage Jul 23, 2009
In her garage deputies found a cabinet containing dental castings, molds, dental crown glues, partial dentures and bridges. They said she had a ledger containing information for hundreds of patients. (Fresno Bee)
Open wide and say 'vrooom' Jul 23, 2009
In her garage deputies found a cabinet containing dental castings, molds, dental crown glues, partial dentures and bridges. More News. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
State dentists donate $1M in oral care Jul 22, 2009
The average patient requires extensive dental work, usually including bridges, crowns or dentures that today is valued at more than $3,500 per individual, according to the Wisconsin Dental Association ... For every dollar in state funds designated to program administration, participating dentists donate an average of $16 in clinical expertise, treatment and materials, according to WDA. In addition, 116 dental laboratories have donated more than $404,000 in supplies and services in the... (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Once bitten ... Jul 21, 2009
The next morning, I left for market without my dentures. Imagine my horror and embarrassment when I opened my mouth and asked for chicken whole legs at my regular poultry stall. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Teeth trip becomes fiery escape Jul 17, 2009
It began as a family trip from Bartow County to South Carolina to get some dentures ... The purpose of the trip was to get dentures for Sarah Jo, according to Stefanie. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Fun shapes for ice cubes Jul 5, 2009
The Food staff especially enjoyed Ice Invaders, a frozen Atari blast from the past, and Frozen Smiles, which look a lot like grandpa's dentures, only cooler. Fred ice trays ($5-$11) are available at Cliff's Variety, 479 Castro St., San Francisco; (415)431-5365; or online at fredandfriends. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Interview with Lee Weng Seong Jul 4, 2009
His job has also left a deep impression on the son, who now can still rattle off the steps in making dentures and gold teeth. I was always looking over his shoulder as he worked. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Fun Fourth of July Facts: A Pop Quiz! Jul 4, 2009
Washington also did not chop down a cherry tree and have wooden teeth -- his dentures were made of ivory, hippo's teeth and even human teeth. Q: Who was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Dr. Donnica Moore Advocates that Women Follow a Preventive Dental Health Routine that Includes Crest Pro-Health Enamel Shield Jul 2, 2009
If left untreated, the result can be irreversible enamel loss, which can lead to larger issues such as cavities, sensitivity, veneers, dentures and even oral surgery. Crest Pro-Health Enamel Shield toothpaste contains the active ingredient Stannous Fluoride, which binds to enamel to create a micro-thin shield against acid attack. (PR Newswire)
Free dental clinic gave man reason to smile Jul 1, 2009
I don t want dentures. Now I hope I m able to keep my own teeth, he said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Mission of Mercy tally: 1,533 smiles Jun 29, 2009
Volunteers from Netwal Dental Laboratory in La Crosse made it possible to treat 135 people with partial dentures. This is amazing, said Dr. Timothy Durtsche, a La Crosse dentist who was the local co-chair of the event with his wife. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Misson of Mercy dental care event helps 700 Jun 27, 2009
Boehme, of Viola, had the majority of her teeth pulled about 10 years ago and has needed dentures since. At the Mission Of Mercy dental program event on Friday at the La Crosse Center, she d have the rest of her decaying teeth pulled, but no dentures, said Tim Durtsche, oral surgeon and co-chairman of the MOM committee ... They gave people fillings, extractions, cleanings and partial dentures, but they can t fix everything in two days, said Durtsche. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
On life's road, lesson taken Jun 25, 2009
There s ways to cope, he said, but dentures will never replace teeth. He thinks elderly drivers should be tested. (Boston Globe)
Dentists: Free program should start reform Jun 25, 2009
TYPE OF CARE: Cleanings, fillings, extractions and limited partial dentures. All work done is free. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Practice makes perfect move for patients Jun 24, 2009
It lists who has a hearing aid, glasses or dentures. Each patient has a bag that includes this SBAR, medications, medical chart and personal belongings. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Ways to Help Older Patients to Impr... Jun 21, 2009
Poor dentition, either because of weakness or loss of teeth, or poorly fitting dentures. Budget limitations. (Suite101.com)
1,000 volunteers to offer free dental care next weekend Jun 20, 2009
Treatment will be limited to cleanings, fillings, extractions and partial dentures, he said. Dentists will look at patients and prioritize the most urgent needs and provide that care they need, Durtsche said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Rick Holmes: Dental health deserves a place in health care debate Jun 16, 2009
"He can just get dentures like me." ... He thought it was less trouble, but as he ages, those dentures will become increasingly less comfortable ... Nursing homes are full of toothless patients whose dentures no longer fit. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Dentures: 3D Digital Images Of Tooth Contours May Replace Plaster Models Jun 16, 2009
ScienceDaily (June 15, 2009) Using current technology, dental technicians can only make dentures using a bite impression ... 23, 2005) The enticing aroma of a thick, juicy steak was a temptation Marvin Goodwin oftentimes avoided because his dentures made the meat difficult to chew. (Science Daily)
Plaintiffs Lawyers Are Stuck on Denture Cream Lawsuits Jun 6, 2009
Potential clients range from the elderly, who use the product to adhere a full set of dentures, and younger people, who use denture cream for devices like bridges, he said. Weinstein, who is also managing partner of Morgan & Morgan's consumer class action and mass tort department, filed the motion to consolidate the cases as a multidistrict litigation on behalf of his clients in a Southern District of Florida case. (Law.com)
Could Flossing Save Your Life? Jun 3, 2009
2 bars and set of dentures were needed. Finally last summer 2 of those 4 post simply fell out For 8 months Ihave no lower denture,, Now I must have surgery to remove the 2 useless posts. (CBS News -- Early Show)
* As many as 3,000 seniors benefit from denture subsidies May 27, 2009
As many as 3,000 low and -middle-income senior citizens have benefited this year from a government program that subsidizes the fitting of dentures, Minister of the Interior Liao Liou-yi (FH) said yesterday ... At a promotion event for the program yesterday, the ministry invited five senior citizens who have been fitted with dentures under the program to share the results of their dental treatment ... Pu said that with the dentures, she can now eat solid food and has more choices. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Clock is ticking (3) May 27, 2009
"He's the boss of the house, and he's having to wash dishes and cook, she frets.Their two Social Security checks total about 1,050 monthly. Out of that, they pay 240 for health insurance and 400 for medication each month. Real estate taxes of 1,000 are due now, too, and there's a 168 payment for insurance on their old car and 350 for homeowner's insurance.During a recent visit with this reporter and JFSA social worker Ellie Shoag on their small, tidy back porch, Hannah and Irving explained how... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
