Researchers Identify New Clinical Response to Inflammation
Researchers at the University of Washington School of Dentistry have identified a third type of oral inflammatory phenotype that exhibits a delayed response to bacterial accumulation.
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Paper Connects the Dots on Systemic Diseases and Oral Health
A principal pathogen that drives periodontitis may be the root cause of other systemic diseases.
Novel Therapy May Relieve Temporomandibular Joint Pain
University of Connecticut scientists are studying medications called senolytics that are designed to target and kill damaged cells.
Tooth Loss Associated With Cognitive Decline
Researchers at New York University (NYU) Rory Meyers College of Nursing have found a connection between tooth loss and increased cognitive impairment.
Can A Lozenge Rebuild Tooth Enamel and Whiten Teeth?
Imagine having access to a mint that rebuilds tooth enamel and whitens your teeth at the same time—without the possibility of painful side effects.
Cryoablation Therapy Freezes Breast Cancer Cells, Helps Patients Avoid Surgery
New clinical data from a study on cryoablation’s effects on small low-risk breast cancer tumors lends more support to the use of this minimally invasive treatment.
North Carolina Dental Hygienists Spearhead Oral Health Initiative
A team of 21 frontline public dental hygienists working to address oral health inequalities across North Carolina has been instrumental in creating and implementing a state-wide plan that addresses the needs of their most vulnerable…
How Does Oral Health Affect Mental Health?
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States in 2020, patients with mental health disorders were more likely to have more dental problems than the general population.
Using Enzymes to Disrupt Childhood Caries
Improving the oral health of children with early childhood caries is a priority for dental professionals, as the disease has long-lasting effects and may require surgical procedures to treat.
Can a New Drug Help Regenerate Lost Teeth?
As adults live longer, the request for dental implants continues to grow.