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Visualizing the global burden of facial pain
Facial pain is one of the most common forms of chronic pain. Despite this, there has previously been no standardized... Read more -
A stiff defense: Physical rigidity of healthy gum tissue found to shield against chronic periodontal inflammation
Periodontitis is a serious chronic inflammatory form of gum disease that affects millions worldwide. It can lead to tooth loss... Read more -
Dental care can help cirrhosis patients avoid liver cancer, hospitalization
A healthy mouth is key to protecting the well-being of people battling liver disease, a new study reports. Veterans with... Read more -
Clear link discovered between chronic kidney disease and periodontal disease
Recently analyzed evidence points to a connection between oral health and kidney health, according to work led by University of... Read more -
Orthodontics researchers evaluate microplastics' effect on immune system
In a new study, orthodontics researchers at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine recently discovered how synthetic polymers,... Read more -
Discovery of noma-linked bacteria opens path to early diagnosis and prevention
Researchers at Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) have identified a bacterium strongly associated with noma disease, marking a major... Read more -
Wondering if you really need that dental treatment? What to ask and how to get a second opinion
If the dental bill has ever made you gulp, you're far from alone. Around three in 10 Australian adults say... Read more -
The oral cavity is the vestibule of the brain: Study links gum disease and Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's disease is most commonly associated with memory impairment, disorientation, and irreversible neurodegenerative changes in the brain. We rarely think... Read more -
Study warns fluoride bans may raise tooth decay in children
Removing fluoride from drinking water could lead to more cavities in kids and higher health care costs, a new analysis... Read more -
AI-driven atlas reveals fibroblasts as key regulators of structural immunity in mouth tissue
Researchers at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center are leading an international study that advances the understanding of the immunoregulatory nature... Read more -
Snus linked to gum damage—gaps in knowledge about white snus
Snus is clearly linked to damage to the gums. The connection to tooth decay, however, remains unclear, according to a... Read more -
Innovative research captures emotional and social realities of denture wearers
Researchers at the University of Sheffield have developed a new patient-focused tool designed to better understand the lived experience of... Read more -
Medical debt linked to deferred care, especially dental care
Medical debt is associated with deferred care, most commonly deferred dental care, according to a study published online March 10... Read more -
Can the critters in your mouth cause or cure disease?
No matter how much you brush, floss and rinse, there's a zoo colonizing your teeth, gums and tongue.... Read more -
Prediabetes or diabetes found in 1 in 3 patients during dental appointment
A new King's College London study has revealed how a simple chairside test helps to screen patients who have other... Read more
