(HealthDay)—Persistent chemotherapy-induced alopecia is more severe in patients who receive a taxane-containing chemotherapy for breast cancer, but a significant proportion of patients see improvement in hair density with ...
Sep 29, 2021
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Mouths are filthy, harboring the second largest microbiome of the human body. Some bacteria can help break down food, among other responsibilities; other bacteria can travel into the mouth on food, fingers, pen caps and more ...
Sep 22, 2021
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Diamonds are precious stones used for jewelry and industrial purposes. But in the not-too-distant future, diamond nanoparticles, or nanodiamonds (NDs), may contribute to oral health.
Sep 22, 2021
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Researchers at the National Dental Research Institute Singapore (NDRIS) have developed a novel device that aims to limit the spread of aerosols generated during dental procedures, thereby lowering the risk of COVID-19 crosscontamination ...
Sep 21, 2021
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Completely dislodging a tooth from the socket is not generally considered a reversible process. However, this injury is most common in children, whose roots may not be completely developed, meaning quick reactions could save ...
Sep 16, 2021
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More than 3 million people in America have dental implants, used to replace a tooth lost to decay, gum disease, or injury. Implants represent a leap of progress over dentures or bridges, fitting much more securely and designed ...
Sep 9, 2021
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When dental implants are inserted, saliva or blood plasma immediately coat them. The implants adsorb a thin layer of proteins from these fluids that help gum tissue attach, but also allow microorganisms—including potentially ...
Sep 7, 2021
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Fewer than 5% of well-child visits for privately insured young children included a recommended dental fluoride varnish application, despite mandatory insurance coverage for this service, according to a University of Massachusetts ...
Aug 30, 2021
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A study led by a team of periodontists and psychologists at King's College London including dentistry consultants at Guy's Hospital has found that tele-dentistry may be a valid option for first stage triage or follow-up consultations, ...
Aug 27, 2021
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(HealthDay)—Dental care should be a required part of Medicaid coverage for adults in every state, the American Dental Association and nearly 130 other organizations urge in a letter to Congress.
Aug 20, 2021
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