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Natural maple polyphenol found to inhibit tooth decay bacteria in new study
A new study in the journal Microbiology Spectrum highlights the potential of using a natural compound from maple to combat... Read more -
Early challenges to the immune system disrupt oral health
Modupe O. Coker from the School of Dental Medicine and a collaborative team of researchers identified changes over time in... Read more -
Tooth nerves that serve as pain detectors have another purpose: Tooth protectors
Until now, the sensory neurons inside the tooth were primarily thought to send pain signals to the brain, but a... Read more -
Chronic kidney disease may be tied to higher risk for tooth loss
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) appears to be associated with a higher risk of tooth loss, with a higher prevalence of... Read more -
Exploring the adverse effects of antipsychotic medications on oral health
A research group in the Department of Pharmacology of the University of the Basque Country has investigated the adverse reactions... Read more -
New technology shows promise for accelerating healing and managing pain in dentistry
New Griffith University research investigated how the Nuralyte device, similar in size to an electric toothbrush, enhanced mitochondrial respiration and... Read more -
Uncovering the relationship between oral function and lifestyle-related diseases
The term "oral health" refers to the health of the mouth, teeth, gums, and other related structures, and it is... Read more -
Online toolkit to help parents of autistic children improve dental health
A new, free, online support package aims to empower parents of young autistic children to look after their dental health—and... Read more -
Exploring safer energy drink recipes to protect dental enamel
Adding specific calcium compounds to a popular energy drink reduced dental enamel erosion in vitro, with a calcium/phosphorus/potassium complex offering... Read more -
New study identifies key ingredients to expanding dental care in the safety net
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) are a crucial component of the dental safety net and provide oral health services to... Read more -
Dental clinic brings confidence and smiles to underserved communities
When Cheryl Martinez enrolled in an addiction recovery program last May, one of her first orders of business was calling... Read more -
Microscopic plant stones can cause permanent damage to tooth enamel
Tooth enamel, the hardest substance in the human body, may be at risk of gradual and permanent wear from chewing... Read more -
Finding the root of tooth decay in kids
A lack of oral health literacy among caregivers and access to dental services is driving tooth decay in young children... Read more -
Gum disease, decay, missing teeth: Why is mental illness linked to poorer oral health?
People with poor mental health face many challenges. One that's perhaps lesser known is that they're more likely than the... Read more -
Fluoride has greater benefits for vulnerable children
Water fluoridation is effective in preventing tooth decay overall, but there are greater benefits for children from lower socioeconomic backgrounds,... Read more
