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Shedding light on how oral bacteria can aggravate rheumatoid arthritis
Periodontal disease, which affects the gums and tissues that surround the teeth, is one of the most prevalent dental conditions... Read more
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Protecting teeth with fruit: Antimicrobial effects found in biomass compounds
Periodontal disease is an inflammatory disease caused by a periodontal pathogenic bacteria infection that affects oral and internal health. Good... Read more
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Medi-Cal's dental care gap: Getting a tooth pulled is easy—much harder to get an implant
When Bobby Moske went to a community clinic a few years ago with a toothache, he couldn't find a dentist... Read more
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Why back to school should include a dental checkup
As kids head back to school this fall, there is probably one item many parents haven't thought to put on... Read more
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TikTok craze 'extra hard' gum won't chisel your jawline—it might even hurt you
"Extra-hard" chewing gum is being touted on social media as a means of developing a chiseled jawline. This sort of... Read more
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Dissolvable microneedle patch enables periodontal tissue regeneration
Periodontitis is initiated by dysbiosis of the oral microbiome. Pathogenic bacteria elicit ineffective immune responses, which damage surrounding tissues and... Read more
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Study pinpoints high-need areas for oral health services in New York
Oral health plays a critical role in a person's overall health and well-being, yet many New Yorkers face limited access... Read more
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Mouth and dental care for people with dementia often overlooked, study finds
An England-wide study has found the health of people's mouths and teeth is often overlooked by home care services.... Read more
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Oil pulling for oral health: To swish or not to swish?
After scrolling social media, you might be tempted to ditch your typical oral care regimen in favor of melted coconut... Read more
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Oral and maxillofacial surgery studies reveal dental anxiety linked with adverse childhood experiences
Dental anxiety is a widespread issue that affects countless people globally, causing them to avoid dental care and suffer from... Read more
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Q&A: Something to chew on before you sink your teeth into those gummy vitamins
Whether in the grocery aisle, at the pharmacy, or at a dispensary, little gummy treats containing vitamins, supplements, or THC... Read more
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A commercial intraoral camera with the ability to screen for cancer
At the forefront of a movement to rewrite oral and oropharyngeal cancer outcomes, Dr. Petra Wilder-Smith has spent the last... Read more
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Dental therapists, who can fill cavities and check teeth, get the OK in more states
During a game of Red Rover when she was 16 years old, Rochelle "Roz" Siuvuq Ferry lost a front tooth.... Read more
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Study finds 'significant link' between tooth loss and fatal heart disease
Maintaining good oral health is crucial, not only for a radiant smile, but also a healthy heart, according to a... Read more
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Dental veneers: Everything you need to know
Looking for a brand new smile?... Read more