Alternative remedy to conventional root canals would regenerate lost tooth pulp

Reviewed byEmily Henderson, B.ScEach year, dentists in the United States perform more than 15 million root canals on infected teeth, removing the inflamed pulp and filling the emptied canal with

Updated on: October 28,2023 10

Alternative remedy to conventional root canals would regenerate lost tooth pulp

Reviewed byEmily Henderson, B.ScEach year, dentists in the United States perform more than 15 million root canals on infected teeth, removing the inflamed pulp and filling the emptied canal with

Updated on:October 28,2023 10

UNLV researchers develop new method for extracting large numbers of stem cells from wisdom teeth

Stem cells. Few research discoveries hold as much promise of single-handedly expanding medical treatment options as they do. Miraculously able to act as transformers-;either re-creating or morphing in

Updated on: October 28,2023 13

UNLV researchers develop new method for extracting large numbers of stem cells from wisdom teeth

Stem cells. Few research discoveries hold as much promise of single-handedly expanding medical treatment options as they do. Miraculously able to act as transformers-;either re-creating or morphing in

Updated on:October 28,2023 13

Scientist uses stem cells derived from dental pulp to return hearing to deaf people

Deafness is a condition in which the hearing diminishes or disappears; currently there are few procedures to treat because it often is irreversible. Also, according to the World Health Organization (W

Updated on: October 28,2023 15

Scientist uses stem cells derived from dental pulp to return hearing to deaf people

Deafness is a condition in which the hearing diminishes or disappears; currently there are few procedures to treat because it often is irreversible. Also, according to the World Health Organization (W

Updated on:October 28,2023 15

87% of the patients still favor root canal treatment for badly damaged teeth

Few patients regret having a severely damaged tooth saved by a root canal filling. A University of Gothenburg thesis shows that 87 percent would choose the same treatment again, if in need, although p

Updated on: October 28,2023 15

87% of the patients still favor root canal treatment for badly damaged teeth

Few patients regret having a severely damaged tooth saved by a root canal filling. A University of Gothenburg thesis shows that 87 percent would choose the same treatment again, if in need, although p

Updated on:October 28,2023 15

This dental device was sold to fix patients’ jaws. Lawsuits claim it wrecked their teeth.

Boja Kragulj, an accomplished clarinetist who once performed with orchestras in New York, Philadelphia, and Jacksonville, Florida, has already lost four teeth. And she expects to lose at least a dozen

Updated on: October 27,2023 28

This dental device was sold to fix patients’ jaws. Lawsuits claim it wrecked their teeth.

Boja Kragulj, an accomplished clarinetist who once performed with orchestras in New York, Philadelphia, and Jacksonville, Florida, has already lost four teeth. And she expects to lose at least a dozen

Updated on:October 27,2023 28

Atomic force microscopy reveals nanoscale effects of beverages on tooth enamel

KAIST researchers used atomic force microscopy to quantitatively evaluate how acidic and sugary drinks affect human tooth enamel at the nanoscale level. This novel approach is useful for measuring mec

Updated on: October 27,2023 2

Atomic force microscopy reveals nanoscale effects of beverages on tooth enamel

KAIST researchers used atomic force microscopy to quantitatively evaluate how acidic and sugary drinks affect human tooth enamel at the nanoscale level. This novel approach is useful for measuring mec

Updated on:October 27,2023 2

How could probiotics be used in the management of gingivitis and periodontitis?

Probiotic-based therapeutic approaches are relatively new to the field of clinical dentistry. According to a recent review published inFrontiers in Dental Medicine,probiotic-based therapy

Updated on: October 27,2023 9

How could probiotics be used in the management of gingivitis and periodontitis?

Probiotic-based therapeutic approaches are relatively new to the field of clinical dentistry. According to a recent review published inFrontiers in Dental Medicine,probiotic-based therapy

Updated on:October 27,2023 9

Israeli scientists invent new tooth fillings to fight recurrent decay

Almost everyone experiencestooth decay (caries), it seems, making this among the most common conditions caused by bacterial infection. The costs of treating this condition are among the highest

Updated on: October 27,2023 40

Israeli scientists invent new tooth fillings to fight recurrent decay

Almost everyone experiencestooth decay (caries), it seems, making this among the most common conditions caused by bacterial infection. The costs of treating this condition are among the highest

Updated on:October 27,2023 40

Researchers propose novel solution to minimize recurrent caries

Researchers propose novel solution to minimize recurrent cariesWhen patients go to the dentist to fill a cavity, they're trying to solve a problem -- not create a new one. But many dental patients

Updated on: October 27,2023 14

Researchers propose novel solution to minimize recurrent caries

Researchers propose novel solution to minimize recurrent cariesWhen patients go to the dentist to fill a cavity, they're trying to solve a problem -- not create a new one. But many dental patients

Updated on:October 27,2023 14

Researchers put 'bioactive' glass in toothpaste to repair decayed teeth

A group at Queen Mary University of London have now developed a very fast dissolving 'bioactive' glass which they are putting in toothpaste to repair decayed teeth.Most people regard glass as

Updated on: October 27,2023 23

Researchers put 'bioactive' glass in toothpaste to repair decayed teeth

A group at Queen Mary University of London have now developed a very fast dissolving 'bioactive' glass which they are putting in toothpaste to repair decayed teeth.Most people regard glass as

Updated on:October 27,2023 23

Acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, research finds

New research finds acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, as a recipe mixing flavored sparkling water with balsamic vinegar to create a so-called "healthier" alternative to

Updated on: October 27,2023 5

Acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, research finds

New research finds acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, as a recipe mixing flavored sparkling water with balsamic vinegar to create a so-called "healthier" alternative to

Updated on:October 27,2023 5

Dental fillings contribute to prolonged mercury levels in the body, research shows

Dental fillings contribute to prolonged mercury levels in the body, research showsDental surface restorations composed of dental amalgam, a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and other metals, significan

Updated on: October 27,2023 12

Dental fillings contribute to prolonged mercury levels in the body, research shows

Dental fillings contribute to prolonged mercury levels in the body, research showsDental surface restorations composed of dental amalgam, a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and other metals, significan

Updated on:October 27,2023 12