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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 dentist-periodontist Tim Thomassen in his dissertation Oral Disease Prevention, which he will defend ...
Dec 4, 2025
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How mouth health affects diabetes, and vice versa
Imagine trying to enjoy your favorite meal but finding that your gums hurt, your mouth feels dry and chewing has become uncomfortable. For people living with diabetes, this can be a daily reality that often goes unrecognized.
Dec 3, 2025
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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.
Dec 2, 2025
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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 sugar. But what happens in your mouth during those first minutes and hours after eating those ...
Dec 2, 2025
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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, are moving beyond passive tissue replacement to become active players in treatment ...
Dec 1, 2025
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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 to do in those first few minutes can make all the difference, especially with a permanent tooth.
Dec 1, 2025
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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 teeth from 52 Spanish children belonging to the renowned Ratón Pérez Collection. ...
Dec 1, 2025
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Root canals and blood sugar: The connection you probably haven't heard of
As a public health dentist and researcher, for years I saw the same pattern. Patients with deep root infections often had wider health problems, particularly those with diabetes. I did not yet understand why. Now, scientific ...
Nov 30, 2025
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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 Journal of Periodontology.
Nov 20, 2025
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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 Sharjah medical scientists.
Nov 19, 2025
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Teeth of babies of stressed mothers come out earlier, suggests study
Children have 20 milk teeth, 10 in each jaw. This set of teeth is important for chewing and speaking, and helps to keep space open for the subsequent set of 32 permanent teeth. Milk teeth begin to develop in the womb around ...
Nov 18, 2025
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Disrupting bacterial 'chatter' could tip the balance for better oral health
Like all living things, bacteria adapt to survive. Over time, bacteria have been developing resistance to common antibiotics and disinfectants, which poses a growing problem for health care and sanitation. However, many species ...
Nov 17, 2025
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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.
Nov 17, 2025
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Inflammasome found to drive male-specific bone loss in gum disease
A study out of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has unveiled new insights into the inflammatory processes behind periodontitis, a common and debilitating gum disease. Research conducted by UNC Adams School ...
Nov 14, 2025
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Children's dental health in the UK still very poor, despite interventions
Children's access to NHS dentists and rates of tooth decay remain very poor despite improvements from national government interventions, oral health experts say.
Nov 10, 2025
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Countries agree to end mercury tooth fillings by 2034
Countries agreed Friday to phase out the use of mercury-based dental amalgams in tooth fillings by 2034, in a move that will change dentistry around the world.
Nov 8, 2025
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Over-the-counter painkillers match or surpass opioids for dental surgery in all adults, analysis confirms
Over-the-counter pain medications work as well or better than opioids after wisdom tooth extraction for both men and women, according to a Rutgers Health-led follow-up to a landmark paper on comparative pain relief.
Nov 6, 2025
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AI speech tools could revolutionize dental record-keeping—but caution is needed
A new study from King's College London has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) automatic speech recognition (ASR) tools could dramatically improve how dental professionals record patient information—saving time and ...
Nov 6, 2025
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Treating gum disease could reduce risk of heart attacks and strokes
Intensive treatment of severe gum disease can help prevent arteries from becoming clogged, supporting heart health and reducing the long-term risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease and stroke, ...
Nov 5, 2025
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Protein-based gel restores dental enamel and could advance tooth repair
Scientists from the University of Nottingham's School of Pharmacy and Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, in collaboration with an international team of researchers, have developed a bio-inspired material ...
Nov 4, 2025
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Countries call for mercury dental fillings ban by 2030
Multiple countries including the United States called Monday for a worldwide ban on mercury-based dental amalgams by 2030, at a meeting of signatories to a treaty on limiting the toxic metal.
Nov 3, 2025
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FDA restricts use of kids' fluoride supplements citing emerging health risks
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday moved to limit the use of fluoride supplements used to strengthen children's teeth, the latest action by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his deputies against a chemical ...
Nov 1, 2025
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This common Halloween candy might be the scariest thing you eat
They may make your lips pucker, but sour candies can do more than surprise your taste buds—they can seriously damage your teeth, experts warn.
Oct 31, 2025
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Rapid tooth loss linked to higher risk of death in older people
In older adults, tooth loss may be linked to serious health risks. A team of Chinese researchers analyzed data from 8,073 older participants and found that people who lost their teeth more quickly had a higher risk of dying, ...
Periodontist explains how the relationship between diabetes and gum disease shapes patient care and prevention
For people living with diabetes, caring for their gums can be just as important as managing blood sugar. Research has shown that there is a two-way relationship between periodontal disease—more commonly known as gum disease—and ...
Oct 28, 2025
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