Dentistry

Dental implants still functional after 40 years, finds study

Dental implants used to replace single teeth continue to function well after several decades, according to a study from the University of Gothenburg. After nearly forty years, all examined implants were still in place and ...

Dentistry

Fresh breath starts with healthy gums

Bad breath can be an unwelcome distraction in social and intimate moments. Whether you are on a first date, attending an important meeting or simply spending time with loved ones, fresh breath plays a crucial role in making ...

Dentistry

Severe gum inflammation found after using white snus

Painful inflammation that takes months or up to a year to heal—this can be seen in the mouth after using white snus. Researchers in oral medicine at the University of Gothenburg will now look more closely at the effects ...

Dentistry

Gum health: A key indicator of women's overall well-being

"Many women don't realize the connection between hormonal changes and their gum health," says Nicola West, secretary general of the European Federation of Periodontology. "Throughout different stages of a woman's life, such ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Q&A: What to know before, and after, you get dental implants

A generation ago, many people who lost teeth due to age-related complications typically wore dentures. Now, dental implants are a common alternative. In this process, a provider places a screw into the jaw, later fitted with ...

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