New hope for patients with severe bone loss
An innovative technology developed at Tel Aviv University (TAU), Israel will enable bone regeneration to correct large defects by means of a special hydrogel.
Using vapes may set the stage for dental decay
A vaping habit could lead to a tarnished smile, and more frequent dentist visits.
Harnessing “positive stress” to boost tooth tissue regeneration
A study by researchers from the University of Hong Kong has shown that “positive stress” can be utilised to enhance the therapeutic potential of tooth stem cells by increasing their resistance to injury and disease.
Researchers developing rapid test for periodontal disease
The link between periodontal disease and a range of systemic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis is well established.
No adverse effects of early fluoride exposure found on childhood development
An Australian study published in the Journal of Dental Research has provided evidence that exposure to fluoridated water is not negatively associated with child emotional and behavioural development.
Dentists across Scotland are testing AI programme that can identify dental cavities
A pioneering study is being carried out across dental practices in Scotland, in which software-driven by artificial intelligence (AI) is helping practitioners locate caries (cavities) more effectively.
People who receive periodontal care have better outcomes after heart attack, study finds
The conventional wisdom is that medical and dental care are related, but less is known about how dental care relates to health outcomes after acute incidents like heart attacks.
Gel treats gum disease by fighting inflammation
A topical gel that blocks the receptor for a metabolic by-product called succinate treats gum disease by suppressing inflammation and changing the makeup of bacteria in the mouth.
Dentistry study shows how ‘positive stress’ can boost tooth tissue regeneration
Stress is typically thought of as a negative phenomenon, but researchers at Hong Kong University (HKU) Dentistry found "positive stress" that can induce good changes in tooth stem cells to make them more resistant to injury and disease.
Dental biorhythm is associated with adolescent weight gain, study finds
Research led by the University of Kent has discovered evidence of a biorhythm in human primary teeth that is associated with weight gain during adolescence.