Researchers in Berlin have discovered that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a higher incidence of periodontal disease compared to healthy controls. But it may

The oral-systemic link has elevated the importance of oral health in the public eye, but for pregnant women the stakes are even higher. And dentists

NEW YORK (Reuters Health), Jun 9 – Brushing one’s teeth is nearly as likely as removing a tooth to temporarily cause bacteria to enter the

Dutch researcher Agnes Berendsen of the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam has developed a 3D in vitro model that shows promise for aiding in the

New research at the University of Michigan found that people with certain antibodies are at a lower risk for periodontal disease, the ADA reported in

Cadbury has introduced a new gum that contains Recaldent, a formula of amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP) that has been shown to protect and rebuild tooth

NEW YORK (Reuters Health), May 28 – People taking cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins may be protecting their gums as well as their hearts, according to

Photodisinfection — which combines low-intensity laser energy and microbiological stains to target and destroy microbial pathogens — continues to demonstrate its effectiveness in the treatment

CHICAGO (Reuters), May 21 – Magnolia bark extract — a traditional Chinese medicine — may be the newest weapon in the war on bad breath.

BEIJING (Reuters), May 14 – China’s capital has recorded its first death from an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth disease as authorities try to

NEW YORK (Reuters Health), May 7 – Periodontal disease and increased levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) in pregnant women heighten the risk of developing preeclampsia,

Maryland hygienists will be able to treat patients without dentist supervision under legislation passed this month in Maryland. The Maryland Legislature also allocated more than