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Oral bacterium tied to disability severity in multiple sclerosis
Increasing evidence suggests that the severe gum disease, periodontitis, may contribute to central nervous system disorders through chronic inflammation. However,... Read more -
Study shows tooth loss, not low-protein intake, drives memory decline in aging mice
Tooth loss doesn't just make eating harder, it may also make thinking more challenging. A new study from Hiroshima University... Read more -
Higher maternal vitamin D during pregnancy tied to less childhood tooth decay
Zhejiang University School of Medicine investigators reported that higher maternal plasma 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels across pregnancy aligned with lower odds... Read more -
How to protect your child's teeth if your water lacks fluoride
For generations, fluoridated drinking water has helped safeguard the teeth of most American children. Yet recently, skepticism over this public-health... Read more -
Machine learning reveals dental caries variability in national survey database
dA new article published in the Journal of Dental Research explores the development of an integrated data-cleaning and subtype discovery... Read more -
Cutting-edge 3D AI technology transforming dental care for children
Cutting-edge 3D AI technology can identify early childhood tooth decay as accurately as visual exams, paving the way for significantly... Read more -
Brushing well is more important for a healthy mouth than high-tech tools
Real progress in oral health doesn't come from expensive gadgets, but from better daily habits. That is the conclusion of... Read more -
Sugar starts corroding your teeth within seconds. Here's how to protect your pearly whites from decay
Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies, the end of the year is often packed with opportunities to consume... Read more -
Making quieter dental drills to reduce dental anxiety
Dental anxiety, also known as odontophobia, prevents people from getting their regular cleanings and keeping up with necessary dental hygiene.... Read more -
The largest open dataset of deciduous teeth in Spain
The Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana (CENIEH) has published a valuable dataset comprising 712 measurements of deciduous... Read more -
Future of patient care: Smart implants transforming surgery and beyond
"What's next for smart implants in health care?" details how advanced medical devices, embedded with sensors and data analytics capabilities,... Read more -
First aid for a knocked-out permanent tooth: Advice from a pediatrician
A knocked-out tooth, often from a fall or sports injury, can be frightening for both children and parents. Knowing what... Read more -
Antidepressant use tied to lower prevalence of periodontitis
Antidepressant use is linked to a lower prevalence of periodontitis, according to a study published online Oct. 29 in the... Read more -
Garlic shows promise as a mouthwash alternative to standard chemical compounds, say scientists
Garlic extract demonstrates antimicrobial efficacy comparable to other widely used antiseptics and disinfectants, such as chlorhexidine, according to University of... Read more -
Root canal treatment may reduce heart disease and diabetes risk
Successful root canal treatment could reduce inflammation linked to heart disease and improve levels of blood sugar and cholesterol.... Read more
