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Karst Flash Floods - An Example From The Dinaric Karst (Croatia)
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https://doi.org/10.5194/nhess-6-195-2006 <-- shared (older) paper
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#flood #flooding #pluvial #fluvial #subsurface #risk #hazard #naturalhazard #disaster #flashflood #infrastructure #damage #building #destabilisation #foundations #karstburst #Marina #Dinaric #Croatia #extremeweather #climatechange #intense #prolonged #rainfall #precipitation #speed #fast #caves #conduits #fractures #aquifers #water #hydrology #groundwater #hydrogeology #waterpressure #sinkhole #subsidence #massmovement #landslide #monitoring #mapping #geology #engineeringgeology #hydroseismic #humanimpacts #lossoflife #death #karstterrain #springs #debris #sediment #cavities #riskassessment #Grazalema #Andalusia #Cadíz #Spain #StormLeonard #emergencymanagement #planning

Likely Jan Lukas Feb 20

#PSA: Two things--(1) #dental health is important and (2) mocking people for bad teeth is ableist

Last night I lost a big chunk of filling from my one of my molars. I am sure will need refilling as otherwise it won't be able to grind food as that's the only side with enough grinding surfaces left to do so. 😳

I have kept meticulous care of my teeth since I was a kid and even now as and adult; it was extraordinarily rare for to have a single cavity.

Post-2001 infusable #chemotherapy, my mouth #chemistry (#saliva) changed and 25+ years later still has the 'wrong' balance for proper dental protection, made worse by #DryMouth from other meds.

This means 8+ #cavities per year is now typical, plus the occasional #RootCanal (this means many of my teeth are literally dead but the root canal allows them to still function as long as they last).

Bottom line: take care of your teeth, but be aware that essential #MedicalCare can mess things up regardless. 😬

#medications
#ChronicIllness
#DentalCareIsHealthCare

AusSMC Dec 3

🦷Chinese researchers found pregnant mums with lower levels of vitamin D to have babies with increased odds of getting cavities in their teeth

✨Follow the link for more information on this story✨
https://www.scimex.org/newsfeed/vitamin-d-ental-higher-vitamin-d-during-pregnancy-might-reduce-chances-of-bub-having-cavities

#science #sciencenews #research #stem #facts #knowledge #sciencefacts #cavities #pregnancy

Steve Dustcircle 🌹Nov 12

A #Dental Gel That Regenerates Your #Enamel and Removes #Cavities? What to Know

https://www.cnet.com/health/a-dental-gel-that-regenerates-your-enamel-and-removes-cavities-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

A Dental Gel That Regenerates Your Enamel and Removes Cavities? What to Know

A new dental gel in development is said to be able to regenerate enamel by working with your saliva. Here's how it works.

CNET

Howard Smith MD, AM Nov 11

Sour Candies Sour Your Dental Health. They damage your child’s and your teeth due to its high acid content. #sourcandy #acids #enamel #cavities #decay #children
https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ7hQTrkc8V/

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Sour Candies Sour Your Dental Health As you likely know from your child’s Halloween bucket, sour candies are all the rage. In fact, sales of sour treats have surged by 70% over the past decade driven by viral “sour candy challenges” on TikTok and YouTube. Dentists at the renowned Tufts University School of Dental Medicine warn that sour candy can seriously damage your child’s and your teeth due to its high acid content. The citric, malic, tartaric, and fumaric acids found in these candies trigger enamel erosion. This is true for ALL sour candy varieties currently on the market. You and your kids don’t have to swear off eating sour candy, but, if you crave it, you should take precautions. After eating sour candy, rinse the mouth with water, remove any sticky residue with floss or a water flosser, and wait 30 minutes or more before brushing with fluoride toothpaste in order to help rebuild enamel. Drinking milk can also help neutralize acid in the mouth. Your children and you will need teeth for a lifetime. Protect them. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-10-common-halloween-candy-scariest.html https://www.mndental.org/files/Pucker-Up-5.pdf #sourcandy #acids #enamel #cavities #decay #children"

Sour candies are a popular treat, but did you know they can damage your teeth? In this video, Dr. Howard Smith shares the risks of sour candies and how to enjoy them safely. From the renowned Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, learn the facts about sour candies and how to protect your smile.

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Howard Smith MD, AM Nov 11

Your Children’s Teeth DO Need Fluoride. Here are the current American Dental Assn. pediatric fluoride recommendations. #fluoride #drinkingwater #decay #cavities #children
https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ7fZt_leLr/

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Your Children’s Teeth DO Need Fluoride Once again, a professional association is spreading the truth in order that the American public not be confused or gaslit by information from government sources. The FDA is suddenly recommending that ingestible fluoride products not be given to children under age three—or to any child at low or moderate risk for tooth decay. The American Dental Association, ADA for short, disagrees and states that fluoride tablets and drops remain safe and effective for children whose drinking water lacks fluoride. Fluoride has long been shown to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities, particularly in communities without fluoridated water. The first step is to determine the fluoride content in your child’s drinking water whether it comes from a city or town water system or a home well. You and your dentist can obtain that information directly from your local water authority and/or online. Here, for example, is a section of the published levels for Massachusetts’ cities and towns. You can also test your water yourself. Then, depending on that level, you working with your child’s dentist, can determine need for fluoride supplementation and its dose. For your reference, here are the American Dental Association’s guidelines for fluoride supplements by age: Birth–6 months: No fluoride supplements recommended (minimal risk of deficiency at this age). 6 months–3 years: If the water has <0.3 ppm fluoride, 0.25 mg fluoride per day typically as liquid drops for infants. No supplement is needed if water fluoride ≥0.3 ppm. 3–6 years: If water fluoride is <0.3 ppm, give 0.50 mg/day; if water fluoride is moderate (0.3–0.6 ppm), give 0.25 mg/day. No supplement is needed if water fluoride ≥0.6 ppm. 6–16 years: If water fluoride is <0.3 ppm, give 1.0 mg/day; if water is 0.3–0.6 ppm, give 0.50 mg/day. No supplement is needed if water fluoride ≥0.6 ppm. Oral fluoride supplements are safe medications that any dentist can prescribe if your water lacks sufficient levels of fluoride. https://www.ada.org/about/press-releases/fluoride-supplements-for-children-3-and-younger #fluoride #drinkingwater #decay #cavities #children"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on November 11, 2025: "Your Children’s Teeth DO Need Fluoride Once again, a professional association is spreading the truth in order that the American public not be confused or gaslit by information from government sources. The FDA is suddenly recommending that ingestible fluoride products not be given to children under age three—or to any child at low or moderate risk for tooth decay. The American Dental Association, ADA for short, disagrees and states that fluoride tablets and drops remain safe and effective for children whose drinking water lacks fluoride. Fluoride has long been shown to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities, particularly in communities without fluoridated water. The first step is to determine the fluoride content in your child’s drinking water whether it comes from a city or town water system or a home well. You and your dentist can obtain that information directly from your local water authority and/or online. Here, for example, is a section of the published levels for Massachusetts’ cities and towns. You can also test your water yourself. Then, depending on that level, you working with your child’s dentist, can determine need for fluoride supplementation and its dose. For your reference, here are the American Dental Association’s guidelines for fluoride supplements by age: Birth–6 months: No fluoride supplements recommended (minimal risk of deficiency at this age). 6 months–3 years: If the water has <0.3 ppm fluoride, 0.25 mg fluoride per day typically as liquid drops for infants. No supplement is needed if water fluoride ≥0.3 ppm. 3–6 years: If water fluoride is <0.3 ppm, give 0.50 mg/day; if water fluoride is moderate (0.3–0.6 ppm), give 0.25 mg/day. No supplement is needed if water fluoride ≥0.6 ppm. 6–16 years: If water fluoride is <0.3 ppm, give 1.0 mg/day; if water is 0.3–0.6 ppm, give 0.50 mg/day. No supplement is needed if water fluoride ≥0.6 ppm. Oral fluoride supplements are safe medications that any dentist can prescribe if your water lacks sufficient levels of fluoride. https://www.ada.org/about/press-releases/fluoride-supplements-for-children-3-and-younger #fluoride #drinkingwater #decay #cavities #children".

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Katharine O'Moore-Klopf, ELS Nov 6

“Oral hygiene has been linked to multiple health conditions, including #dementia and #diabetes. Now, research shows that people with both #gum #disease and more #tooth #cavities also have a notably higher risk of #stroke. …” https://www.sciencealert.com/21-year-study-links-gum-disease-and-cavities-to-higher-stroke-risk

21-Year Study Links Gum Disease And Cavities to Higher Stroke Risk

Oral hygiene has been linked to multiple health conditions, including dementia and diabetes.

ScienceAlert

Benjamin Carr, Ph.D. 👨🏻‍💻🧬Jul 1, 2025

1 in 3 #Florida third graders have untreated #cavities – how parents can protect their #children’s #teeth
That’s almost double the national average of 17% of children ages 6-9 with untreated #tooth decay and underscores severity of the issue in Florida.
Historically, community #water #fluoridation has been one of the most effective public health strategies to reduce children’s #toothdecay. However, a new Florida law, prohibits adding #fluoride to public #drinkingwater.
https://theconversation.com/1-in-3-florida-third-graders-have-untreated-cavities-how-parents-can-protect-their-childrens-teeth-257200

1 in 3 Florida third graders have untreated cavities – how parents can protect their children’s teeth

Florida is one of the worst states in the US when it comes to access to affordable dental care – and children are suffering as a result.

The Conversation

IVISMILE Jun 5, 2025

🤔 Is fluoride toothpaste really that important? And is it safe? We explore why the U.S.🇺🇸 has relied on it for decades to fight cavities, how it's regulated, and what leading health orgs like the CDC & ADA say.

Find out why it's a cornerstone of American oral health: https://www.teethwhiteningsmile.com/news/why-the-usa-takes-fluoride-in-toothpaste-seriously

#cavities #usa #fluoride #toothpaste #american

Why the USA Takes Fluoride in Toothpaste Seriously | IVISMILE

Why Fluoride Toothpaste Is So Widely Used Fluoride toothpaste is ubiquitous in the United States because it’s proven to prevent cavities and is strongly endorsed by leading dental and public-health organizations. Health authorities, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...

https://www.teethwhiteningsmile.com/

Auscandoc May 30, 2025

Calgary adding #fluoride into drinking water on June 30 https://www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/article/calgary-adding-fluoride-back-into-drinking-water-starting-on-june-30/ “The Alberta #Dental Association is applauding the announcement, saying since fluoride was removed from the water, the frequency of decay and cavities increased in patients.

“It’s been well shown due to the differences we’ve seen with Calgary not having fluoride for a few years and Edmonton having fluoride, there’s a significant difference in how many patients in Calgary have started getting more #cavities,”

Calgary adding fluoride back into drinking water starting on June 30

Fluoride will officially be reintroduced to Calgary’s drinking water at the end of June.

CTVNews