Teenagers Who Skip Breakfast More Likely to Have Bad Breath

2015-07-08

Teenagers should make sure to eat breakfast based on information from a new study. Teens who don’t eat breakfast are nearly twice as likely to

Toothbrush Contamination Prevalent in Communal Bathrooms

2015-06-04

Toothbrushes in communal bathrooms apparently are used for things other than brushing teeth. At Quinnipiac University, toothbrushes are used to transfer fecal coliforms in addition

Ozone Antiseptic Could Treat Gum Infections

2015-06-01

A new antiseptic may have what it takes to treat periodontitis or gum infections. A study explored the impact of ozone nanobubble water against the

Natural Plant Chemicals Could Prevent Tooth Decay

2015-06-01

A specific plant may have what it takes to help dental health. Licorice roots contain a compound called trans-chalcone, which contains a natural chemical to

Amino Acid Could Help to Improve Oral Health

2015-05-12

A common amino acid could solve dental issues for many people. Arginine, which is found in foods, could enable many people to avoid cavities and

Brushing Soon After Eating Could be Acceptable

2015-04-30

Brushing one’s teeth right after a meal may not cause any problems, according to the Japan Society of Pediatric Dentistry. In recent years, most people

Mouth Bacteria Connected to Heart Disease

2015-04-22

Mouth bacteria can lead to heart disease more often than one would think. A recent study in Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism highlighted the importance

New Technique for Applying Drugs to Dental Plaque

2015-04-09

A group of researchers discovered a new method to deliver antibacterial agents within plaque even with the presence of saliva. Based on the research from

New Material may Fight Cavities, Gum Disease

2015-03-13

Graphene oxide may solve many dental problems. This material happens to be effective at eliminating certain bacteria in the mouth that developed antibiotic resistance over

Bacterial Virus May Prove Key to Stopping Root Canal Infection

2015-02-24

A virus that stems from sewage in Jerusalem may provide answers to some dental questions. Researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s Faculty of Medicine

Chewing Gum Could be Beneficial

2015-01-29

If you chew gum, you may be in luck. A new study suggests that chewing gum may be as beneficial as flossing. Researchers from the

Periodontal Disease Could Lead to new Issue

2015-01-08

Periodontal disease results in a newly discovered problem when it is not treated properly. Byproducts of bacteria in gum disease, known as metabolic small chain