Sugar tax could improve oral health
Millions of cases of tooth decay could be prevented if Australia introduced a 20% tax on sugar, new Griffith University research has found.
Aug 26, 2026
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Disease or Syndrome: Tooth Decay
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Scheduling dental care during prenatal visits boosts oral health care during pregnancy
Prenatal visits might include bloodwork, discussions of due dates and vitamins, and ultrasounds. What if these visits could also improve oral health care among pregnant patients?
Aug 13, 2026
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New study questions root cause of common dental defect in children
A major study has ruled out inflammation as the cause of a developmental condition affecting children's teeth while also revealing how common the condition is.
Jul 30, 2026
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Silver diamine fluoride treatment could halt cavities without shots, drilling or sedation
Every year, untreated tooth decay sends thousands of young U.S. children to emergency departments for dental problems doctors can't treat. Many eventually undergo surgery under general anesthesia, while others endure pain ...
Jul 27, 2026
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Mini robot simplifies dental treatment by preparing teeth for crowns
Researchers at the University of Basel have developed a miniature dental robot that could one day automatically prepare teeth for crowns. The technology could help reduce the number of appointments needed for dental treatment.
Jun 23, 2026
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Americans split on fluoridation; opposition by MAHA supporters notable
As the debate over the value of adding fluoride to public drinking water percolates in communities across the nation, a new nationally representative survey from the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) of the University ...
Jun 11, 2026
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Limited evidence to suggest food labels reduce sugar intake among low-income groups
Researchers are calling for stronger measures to reduce sugar consumption after a new paper finds limited evidence that front-of-pack food labels help lower intake among disadvantaged groups.
May 29, 2026
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Expansion of supervised toothbrushing in schools helping protect more children from poor oral health
Supervised toothbrushing in schools is making positive progress in a bid to overcome health inequalities in pediatric dental health. A significant expansion in the BRUSH supervised toothbrushing project, which is now delivered ...
May 15, 2026
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Added sugar labels would prompt teens to dump sugary drinks, research shows
New research led by the Health Policy Center at the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) has shown that placing sugar warning labels on sugary drinks would significantly change adolescents' behavior—leading ...
May 8, 2026
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We studied the bacteria on kids' sports mouthguards—the results were eye‑opening
Many young Australians are beginning their winter sports season, gearing up for sports such as football, hockey, and rugby. Apart from the training sessions, weekend games, and oranges at halftime, these contact sports also ...
Apr 27, 2026
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