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Schoolchildren in India recently took part in a study evaluating whether probiotics could prove a benefit to their overall oral health.

Large language models (LLMs), a type of artificial intelligence (AI) tool, are gaining popularity across medical disciplines, including dental anaesthesiology, for their potential to enhance information gathering, patient care and educational practices.

Smokers have been shown to have a higher chance of developing peri-implant disease. However, there is a lack of research comparing cigarettes with popular alternative products that contain nicotine in this regard.

Periodontal (gum) disease is an inflammatory disease caused by a periodontal pathogenic bacteria infection that affects oral and internal health. Good oral care is essential for prevention, but most over-the-counter oral hygiene products are disinfectants that can be highly irritating.

According to the Oral Health Foundation, certain drinks can pose serious threats to your teeth and gums, leading to issues such as tooth decay, enamel erosion, and gum disease.

The use of botulinum toxin (BT), commonly referred to as Botox, is gaining traction in the dental field, offering both therapeutic and cosmetic uses.

High educational standards and affordable tuition fees make Romania an attractive destination for aspiring dental professionals from around the world.

New data collected by the Oral Health Foundation shows over half of adults (54%) admit to skipping brushing their teeth at least once a week.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled a new global oral health action plan, seeking to improve oral health outcomes and reduce the burden of oral disease worldwide by 2030.

Periodontitis is an inflammatory gum disease driven by bacterial infection and left untreated it can lead to complications including tooth loss. The disease has also been associated with diabetes, preterm birth, cardiovascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis and cancer.