AAP launches dental hygiene initiative
2026-02-10
The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) has launched an initiative to educate dental hygienists on periodontal topics. As part of the initiative, the AAP hosted
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Poor oral microbiome may worsen schizophrenia symptoms
2026-02-02
Lower diversity in the oral microbiome was associated with worse cognitive function in schizophrenia sufferers in a new study. Researchers from the Institute of Science
Type 2 diabetes may increase salivary sugars, shifting oral biofilms toward caries
2026-01-06
OSAKA, Japan: People living with Type 2 diabetes have been reported to experience a higher incidence of dental caries, but the biological pathways underpinning this association
Freiburg researchers explore unknown oral bacteria in periodontitis research
2025-12-16
FREIBURG, Germany: Thousands of different bacteria colonise the oral cavity, many of which remain unidentified. Researchers in Freiburg are now using a combined culture- and
“Our goal is to make oral synbiotics an accessible preventive tool for childhood caries”
2025-11-11
In many parts of the world, unequal access to oral health professionals and facilities makes it difficult for communities to receive adequate care. This highlights
Dental procedures and their relationship with postoperative peri-prosthetic joint infection
2025-11-06
LEIPZIG, Germany: As the global population ages, the number of total joint arthroplasties (TJAs), particularly of the hip and knee, correspondingly increases. Between 1% and
Oral microbiota may serve as a biomarker for early autism screening
2025-05-01
HONG KONG: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a global public health concern. Early identification and timely support for children with ASD can significantly enhance their
Oral bacteria impacts brain health, study finds
2025-02-07
Bad bacteria from the mouth can damage the brain, leading to an increased risk of dementia, according to a new study. Researchers from the University
Revealing the monster of periodontal disease
2023-05-24
We all love action movies with monsters and superheroes who destroy them. The story and intrigue build suspensefully as to what the monster looks like,
$2.7M grant will explore why people react differently to dental plaque accumulation
2023-05-22
Researchers from the University of Washington (UW) School of Dentistry were awarded a $2.7 million grant from the U.S. National Institutes of Health to explore
5 ways the oral microbiome influences health and disease
2022-07-11
Our mouth is home to the second-largest microbial community in our body known as the oral microbiome. Trillions of microbes and more than 700 unique
Selenium dental sealants may aid caries prevention
2022-04-24
Dental sealants that contain selenium may stop caries-causing bacteria from forming on and below a sealed tooth, possibly paving a new way to help prevent
