“Game Changer” – This Liquid Can Stop Tooth Decay in Young Children
A study funded by NIH discovers that the non-invasive use of silver diamine fluoride is more effective than placebo. A large clinical trial funded by…
A study funded by NIH discovers that the non-invasive use of silver diamine fluoride is more effective than placebo. A large clinical trial funded by…
Silver diamine fluoride prevents cavities and keeps existing ones from worsening in school-based program. An inexpensive, cavity-fighting liquid called silver diamine fluoride (SDF) works as…
Extensive tooth decay and pain, alongside evidence of dental procedures and the filing of front teeth, reveal the Viking Age inhabitants of Varnhem had access…
Mesolithic Scandinavians likely faced oral health issues, with studies on ancient birch tar revealing signs of gum disease, tooth decay, and diverse dietary habits. Members…
Scientists at Tokyo Medical and Dental University have discovered that the gum disease-causing bacterium Porphyromonas gingivalis can disrupt the merging of autophagosomes and lysosomes. This…
Rutgers researchers report that CBD effectively reduces dental pain, offering a potential alternative to opioids. Further research is planned to confirm these findings and explore…
3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM) decreased the Streptococcus mutans biofilm, a leading contributor to plaque and cavities, by 90%. A significant portion of the global population experiences persistent…
Protein ORAI1 fuels oral cancers—and may provide a promising therapeutic target. An essential protein that acts as a gatekeeper for calcium entering cells promotes the…
This advance is viewed as a pivotal initial step toward innovative therapies for the repair and regeneration of teeth. Stem cells have been used to…
Patients using a toothpaste that contains a mineral crucial to bone formation were not more likely to develop cavities than patients using a fluoride toothpaste….
A large study in children reveals Selenomonas sputigena’s crucial role as a collaborative partner of Streptococcus in the development of dental cavities. A collaborative study…
Marijuana use may affect oral health and treatment. As personal and medical marijuana use increases nationwide, the American Dental Association (ADA) suggests patients refrain from…
Researchers say e-cigarettes and similar vaping devices are associated with a higher risk for cavities. A vaping habit could end up leading to a tarnished…
A recent University of Rochester research demonstrates a possible substitute for opioids for post-dental extraction pain. Research from the University of Rochester Medical Center’s Eastman…
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania demonstrated in a proof-of-concept study that a hands-free device could successfully automate the treatment and removal of dental plaque…
MIT alumni-founded company analyzes and annotates dental X-rays to help dentists offer more comprehensive care. A hospital radiologist is often pictured as a specialist who…
Diabetes may cause tooth decay and weaken teeth. Recent Rutgers University research may help to explain why people with both Type 1 and Type 2…
It’s easy to forget about your teeth when you’re busy with other things, but taking care of your mouth can help you save money. That’s…