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Gum inflammation parallels novel 'cytokine score'
Researchers at NYU College of Dentistry have developed a single score to describe the level of cytokines in saliva, and this score is linked with the severity of clinical gum inflammation, according to a study published in ...
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Let them eat cake?: Study reveals grandparents spoil grandchildren with sugar-loaded foods and drinks
Sugar, treats and everything sweet—that's what grandparents let the grandkids eat. According to new research published in the February issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA), more than two thirds ...
Feb 13, 2023
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School dental program prevents 80 percent of cavities with one-time, non-invasive treatment
In a study of nearly 3,000 schoolchildren, silver diamine fluoride—a liquid that is brushed onto the surface of teeth to prevent cavities or keep them from worsening—was as effective against cavities as dental sealants, ...
Feb 10, 2023
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Sugar consumption and early interruption of breastfeeding are risk factors for dental caries in infancy
A study involving 800 children shows inclusion of sugar in their diet and early interruption of breastfeeding to be the main factors that contribute to the appearance of dental caries by age 2. An article reporting the results ...
Feb 7, 2023
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Dental service use falls and oral health worsens after people become eligible for Medicare, finds study
Half of all older adults in the U.S. lack dental insurance, and in 2018, nearly half of older adults received no dental care. A new study by investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General ...
Feb 7, 2023
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Specialists show facial pain can be unconnected to teeth
What's the proper treatment for constant, inexplicable pain in the face, jaw or head that defies conventional dental treatment? According to researchers from the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, the answer varies widely ...
Feb 7, 2023
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Not just brushing: 10 ways to start caring for baby teeth
Even the tiniest teeth can decay, which is why it's important to take care of them.
Feb 6, 2023
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Poor oral health may contribute to declines in brain health
Taking care of your teeth and gums may offer benefits beyond oral health such as improving brain health, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference ...
Feb 2, 2023
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Obstructive sleep apnea tied to weaker bones and teeth in adults
Obstructive sleep apnea may be linked to low bone mineral density in adults, according to University at Buffalo-led research.
Jan 30, 2023
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Study compares pharmacologic treatments for managing tooth extraction pain
A recent study published in the Journal of Dental Research (JDR) has compared the effectiveness of ten pharmacological interventions in order to develop guidelines for acute pain management after tooth extraction in adults.
Jan 30, 2023
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Gum infection may be a risk factor for heart arrhythmia, researchers find
Periodontitis, a gum disease, can lead to a litany of dental issues from bad breath to bleeding and lost teeth. Now, researchers at Hiroshima University have found that it could be connected to even more severe problems elsewhere ...
Jan 27, 2023
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Study: Heavy smokers with severe periodontitis receive no benefit from treatment
Smoking can have a serious impact on the effect of the treatment of periodontitis—a widespread condition that leads to degradation of the teeth's supportive tissue and, in serious cases, to loss of the teeth.
Jan 26, 2023
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Study measures impact of Medicaid dental coverage for Virginia's pregnant population
When pregnant, taking care of your health is more important than ever. This also includes your oral health. Because of various changes happening in your body, like hormones and eating habits, pregnancy is often a period of ...
Jan 23, 2023
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Apple cider vinegar: Is drinking this popular home remedy bad for your teeth? A dentist explains
Apple cider vinegar has become a popular home remedy in recent years and has been used for centuries in cooking and medicine. It's thought to help with a wide range of health issues, including high cholesterol, blood sugar ...
Jan 20, 2023
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Regenerative drug restores bone in preclinical study
Bone loss is a part of aging that compromises quality of life and movement in many older people, but regenerative treatments to improve their health and well-being have been limited. Now, a study led by Lankenau Institute ...
Jan 19, 2023
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Benefits of oral hygiene can drive university students in Japan toward dental check-ups
In Japan, the frequency at which university students undergo oral health check-ups is reportedly much lower than that of the overall population. This is a cause of concern because frequent oral health check-ups are directly ...
Jan 18, 2023
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Black women suffer most from tooth loss, Brazilian study finds
In Brazil, tooth loss is 19% more frequent among Black women than White men. Among women, it is 26% more frequent for Blacks than Whites. Among Blacks, self-defined on the basis of skin color, it is 14% more frequent for ...
Jan 11, 2023
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Towards better dental cavity diagnosis with nondestructive infrared imaging
Dental caries, also called "cavities" or "tooth decay," can be debilitating. Modern dentistry has tried-and-tested solutions for treating caries of many shapes and sizes without needing to remove the tooth altogether. Dental ...
Jan 11, 2023
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Ask the Pediatrician: Do babies get tooth decay, and when do they start brushing teeth?
Tooth decay (dental caries) is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases in the United States.
Jan 9, 2023
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