Researchers at Oregon State University have identified the gene that ultimately controls the production of tooth enamel, a significant advance that they say could lead
NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Feb 20 – The results of a small trial suggest that vitamin B12 is a safe, effective, and inexpensive treatment for
The Identafi 3000 by Trimira. Trimira has introduced Identafi 3000, a small, cordless, handheld device that uses a three-wavelength optical illumination and visualization system to
A dry mouth and burning eyes, rampant caries, parched and irritated mucous membranes — the life of a Sjögren’s patient can be miserable. Yet many
An Australian professor of oral medicine has stirred up new debate over whether regular use of alcohol-containing mouthwashes can increase the risk of oral cancer.
Looking to update your standard lecture on oral cancer prevention? Here’s a tip: Tell your patients to drink coffee. A Japanese study has found that
A University of Southern California (USC) study published in this month’s Journal of the American Dental Association has found that the risk of osteonecrosis of
The importance of the oral systemic link got another nod when a recent Columbia University study found that people with periodontal disease are more likely
A University of Michigan study has found that regular, nonsurgical periodontal services can lower medical costs for people with diabetes, according to Blue Cross Blue
Sjögren’s syndrome profoundly affects dental care, yet dentists may be overlooking the problem, according to the results of a study on the cover of this
NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Dec 1 – People with gingivitis (gum disease) have worse mental function than their peers whose gums are in better shape,
Individuals reporting a history of periodontal disease were more likely to have increased levels of inflammation, a risk factor for heart disease, compared to those
