New bacterial species involved in tooth decay discovered

byUniversity of PennsylvaniaS. sputigena cells form a honeycomb-like structure that encapsulates S. mutans to greatly increase and concenntrate acid production that boost caries development and

Updated on: November 21,2023 6

New bacterial species involved in tooth decay discovered

byUniversity of PennsylvaniaS. sputigena cells form a honeycomb-like structure that encapsulates S. mutans to greatly increase and concenntrate acid production that boost caries development and

Updated on:November 21,2023 6

Researcher examines damaging effects of teeth-whitening products on dental cells

by Rachel Boutet,University of TorontoApplying carbamide peroxide gel on teeth in high concentrations can reduce the enamel protein content by up to 50 per cent. Credit: Bozec LabA study led by

Updated on: November 21,2023 9

Researcher examines damaging effects of teeth-whitening products on dental cells

by Rachel Boutet,University of TorontoApplying carbamide peroxide gel on teeth in high concentrations can reduce the enamel protein content by up to 50 per cent. Credit: Bozec LabA study led by

Updated on:November 21,2023 9

Expert panel develops first-ever guideline to treat tooth decay in primary and permanent teeth

A new American Dental Association (ADA) clinical practice guideline suggests conservative methods to treat tooth decay in primary and permanent teeth could lead to better outcomes when used with commo

Updated on: November 19,2023 13

Expert panel develops first-ever guideline to treat tooth decay in primary and permanent teeth

A new American Dental Association (ADA) clinical practice guideline suggests conservative methods to treat tooth decay in primary and permanent teeth could lead to better outcomes when used with commo

Updated on:November 19,2023 13

What Are Canker Sores?

ByLindsay CurtisPublished on October 11, 2023Medically reviewed byJohn Carew, MDSOUMEN HAZRA / GETTY IMAGESA canker sore, or aphthous ulcer, is a small round or oval-shap

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What Are Canker Sores?

ByLindsay CurtisPublished on October 11, 2023Medically reviewed byJohn Carew, MDSOUMEN HAZRA / GETTY IMAGESA canker sore, or aphthous ulcer, is a small round or oval-shap

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Does Hydrogen Peroxide Whiten Teeth—and Is It Safe?

Products that contain hydrogen peroxide might help brighten your smile if you use them correctly.ByClaire GillespieUpdated on October 17, 2023Medically reviewed byEdmund

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Does Hydrogen Peroxide Whiten Teeth—and Is It Safe?

Products that contain hydrogen peroxide might help brighten your smile if you use them correctly.ByClaire GillespieUpdated on October 17, 2023Medically reviewed byEdmund

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What to Know About Root Canals

ByLaura SchoberLaura SchoberLaura Schober is a freelance writer and editor specializing in health, food, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle content. Laura is also a seasoned communications professi

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What to Know About Root Canals

ByLaura SchoberLaura SchoberLaura Schober is a freelance writer and editor specializing in health, food, wellness, beauty, and lifestyle content. Laura is also a seasoned communications professi

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Regular Dental Visits Linked to Increased Survival Rate for Head, Neck Cancer Patients

Kaitlin SullivanPublished on September 27, 2023Fact checked byNick BlackmerNew research found that good oral hygiene could increase a person’s chance of survival if they experience head or

Updated on: November 19,2023 0

Regular Dental Visits Linked to Increased Survival Rate for Head, Neck Cancer Patients

Kaitlin SullivanPublished on September 27, 2023Fact checked byNick BlackmerNew research found that good oral hygiene could increase a person’s chance of survival if they experience head or

Updated on:November 19,2023 0

How to Whiten Your Teeth

Sherri GordonPublished on June 27, 2023Medically reviewed byEdmund Khoo, DDSGETTY IMAGESDiscolored teeth is a chief concern people bring up when visiting dental professionals.1As man

Updated on: November 19,2023 0

How to Whiten Your Teeth

Sherri GordonPublished on June 27, 2023Medically reviewed byEdmund Khoo, DDSGETTY IMAGESDiscolored teeth is a chief concern people bring up when visiting dental professionals.1As man

Updated on:November 19,2023 0

Halitosis: 11 Possible Reasons Your Breath Smells Bad

Eating garlic and a lax teeth-brushing routine aren't the only answers to the question, "Why does my breath smell?"Maria MastersUpdated on August 21, 2023Medically revi

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Halitosis: 11 Possible Reasons Your Breath Smells Bad

Eating garlic and a lax teeth-brushing routine aren't the only answers to the question, "Why does my breath smell?"Maria MastersUpdated on August 21, 2023Medically revi

Updated on:November 19,2023 0

13 Reasons Your Tooth Hurts

13 Reasons Your Tooth HurtsFrom a cavity to infected gums to a sinus infection, a toothache can have a lot of (sometimes surprising) causes.ByRachel SwalinandSarah Klein&

Updated on: November 17,2023 12

13 Reasons Your Tooth Hurts

13 Reasons Your Tooth HurtsFrom a cavity to infected gums to a sinus infection, a toothache can have a lot of (sometimes surprising) causes.ByRachel SwalinandSarah Klein&

Updated on:November 17,2023 12

Dentistry research team proves biofilm method can be used to inexpensively test new tooth decay treatments

byUniversity of SaskatchewanUSask College of Dentistry post-doctoral research fellow Dr. Lina Marin (PhD). Credit: University of SaskatchewanA University of Saskatchewan (USask) dentistry resear

Updated on: November 14,2023 8

Dentistry research team proves biofilm method can be used to inexpensively test new tooth decay treatments

byUniversity of SaskatchewanUSask College of Dentistry post-doctoral research fellow Dr. Lina Marin (PhD). Credit: University of SaskatchewanA University of Saskatchewan (USask) dentistry resear

Updated on:November 14,2023 8

Pricey dental implants often best but insurance rarely pays

by Linda A. JohnsonIn this June 27, 2006, file photo, some of the dental implants and tools produced in the IMTEC production facility are displayed in Ardmore, Okla. Dental implants are increasingly b

Updated on: November 14,2023 8

Pricey dental implants often best but insurance rarely pays

by Linda A. JohnsonIn this June 27, 2006, file photo, some of the dental implants and tools produced in the IMTEC production facility are displayed in Ardmore, Okla. Dental implants are increasingly b

Updated on:November 14,2023 8