Dental Health

Gene Therapy Effective Treatment Against Gum Disease

Scientists at the University of Michigan have shown that gene therapy can be used to successfully stop the development of periodontal disease, the leading…    

The Tooth Whisperers

The phrase, “the eyes are the windows to the soul,” is attributed to several authors and philosophers. But the phrase, “your teeth are…    

Lack of Children Receiving Dental Care Is Public Health Problem

A University of South Carolina study of children’s dental health has found that nearly one-fourth of the nation’s children have had no dental care…    

Economic Fears Can Affect Dental Care

Regular checkups and cleaning can save money in the end by heading off problems early. Nevertheless, when times get tough and people start losing…    

A reason to smile: New immigrants respond best to oral hygiene campaign

apping into the desire to have an attractive smile is the best motivator for improving oral hygiene, and new immigrants are the most receptive…    

Seeing through tooth decay

Dental caries afflict at least 90% of the world’s population at some time in their lives. Detecting the first signs of this disease, which…    

A virtual toothache helps student dentists

Masha is a dental patient. Her oral health problems continue to change as she meets new Case Western Reserve University student dentists in Second…    

Psychological and social issues associated with tooth loss

Are feelings of depression overwhelming you? Is your self-esteem an issue? Having problems advancing in life or your career? Maybe you feel nervous or…    

Back to School Preparations Need Some Teeth

As part of the ritual of going back to school, parents will no doubt buy their children new clothes and supplies, and take them…    

Survey: Most Effective Dental Braces Are Least Attractive

When it comes to the attractiveness of orthodontic braces, less metal is better, according to a recent survey.

The study of the…    

Prenatal vitamin D linked to kids’ dental health

By maintaining adequate vitamin D levels during pregnancy, mothers may be protecting their babies against early tooth decay in childhood, according a study reported…    

How effective are dental referrals by primary care physicians?

Young children from low-income families experience high levels of tooth decay and face many barriers to getting dental treatment and preventive services. Because these…    

Statins may reduce periodontal disease severity

People taking cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins may be protecting their gums as well as their hearts, according to new research from Finland.

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Treating Osteoporosis Calls for Physician, Dentist Collaboration

Physicians and dentists should collaborate to improve early detection and treatment of patients who have or may develop osteoporosis, say researchers in the cover…    

Mouth May Tell the Tale of Lung Damage Caused by Smoking

Cells lining the mouth reflect the molecular damage that smoking does to the lining of the lungs, researchers at The University of Texas M.…    

Tooth loss may predict accelerated aging

Having few or no natural teeth at the age of 70 may be an early indicator of accelerated aging, Danish researchers suggest.

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Smoking Marijuana Associated With Increased Risk for Gum Disease

Regular use of marijuana (cannabis) in young adulthood is associated with periodontal (gum) disease, according to a study in the February 6 issue of…    

Diagnosis: Oral Candidiasis/Thrush

The Candida species are ubiquitous fungi that colonize more than 50 percent of healthy individuals. These strictly opportunistic pathogens result in various disease manifestations…    

Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety

For some people, the fear of visiting a dentist outweighs the pain of a toothache. But putting off that visit almost invariably leads to…    

Stress may leave your mouth a mess

A literature review published in the August issue of the Journal of Periodontology (JOP) saw a strong relationship between stress and periodontal diseases;…    

Dentists Need More Training in Oral Cancer Detection

More than 92 percent of Illinois dentists provide oral cancer examinations for their patients, but many are not performing the procedures thoroughly or at…    

Telephone “Quitlines” May Help Dental Patients Stop Smoking

Dentists may be able to help their patients stop smoking by referring them to tobacco-use telephone “quitlines,” according to a pilot study published in…    

Chocolate Toothpaste? Extract of Tasty Treat Could Fight Tooth Decay

For a healthy smile brush between meals, floss regularly and eat plenty of chocolate?

According to Tulane University doctoral candidate Arman Sadeghpour,…    

Does tooth - brushing cause epilepsy seizures?

ST. PAUL, Minn - Tooth-brushing may trigger seizures in certain people with epilepsy, and researchers say lesions in a specific part of the brain…    

Calcium during breast-feeding may guard mom’s teeth

Women who breast-feed may need to be careful about getting enough calcium to keep their teeth and gums healthy, new animal research suggests.

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