Oral bacteria may increase heart disease risk
2023-02-22
Infection with a common bacteria linked with periodontal disease, oral cancers, and bad breath may cause a slight increase in the risk of cardiovascular disease,
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Treats from grandparents not so sweet
2023-02-15
Less than half of mothers address the issue of grandparents giving their grandchildren copious amounts of cavity-causing foods and beverages, according to a study recently
Report: E-cigarettes increase risks to oral health
2023-02-14
Vaping is associated with an elevated risk of oral health problems, including gum disease, dental decay, bone loss, and hairy tongue, according to a report
BDA survey finds ‘shocking’ state of children’s oral health in U.K.
2023-02-07
A survey of secondary teachers in the U.K. commissioned by the British Dental Association (BDA) has revealed a “shocking” state of oral health for children,
Smoking has a serious negative impact on periodontitis treatment
2023-02-05
Smoking has a serious negative impact on periodontitis treatment, according to a study published by Danish researchers in the Journal of Dental Research. Heavy smokers
USDA proposes limiting sugar in school meals
2023-02-02
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on February 3 a proposal to revamp nutrition standards, limiting the amounts of sugar in school meals. The
U.S. states ranked best, worst for dental health
2023-02-01
Wisconsin has a reason to smile. It was named the U.S. state with the best dental health. Meanwhile, Mississippi was ranked the worst, according to
Are oral health and brain health connected?
2023-02-01
Early treatment of poor oral health may lead to significant brain health benefits, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s
Is computer-aided surgery a tool against antibiotic resistance?
2023-01-25
Static computer-aided implant surgery (S-CAIS) offers benefits compared to conventional procedures, including that it may help combat antibiotic resistance, according to a letter published on
Dentists ask for new gum disease guidelines
2023-01-23
Organized dentistry should develop formal guidelines that address the management of periodontal patients with continued inflammation after scaling and root planing, according to a commentary
What dentists need to know about antibiotic resistance
2023-01-12
Citing research showing that a majority of antibiotics prescribed by dentists in the U.K. is unwarranted, dentists in Spain argued that clinicians must learn more
AAP addresses pediatric dental caries in report
2023-01-08
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is addressing pediatric dental caries in its January 2023 report titled “Maintaining and Improving the Oral Health of Young