Smart dental implants
Researchers are developing a smart dental implant that resists bacterial [...]
Links between oral microbiome, genetic variations and periodontitis examined in new study
Since periodontitis (gum disease) has been linked to systemic health [...]
Fighting Covid-19 with mouthwashes—study adds to evidence of efficacy
Mouthwashes that contain cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) have been found to [...]
Study finds teledentistry a valid substitute for in-person initial consultations
The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in the widespread adoption of [...]
Study reveals new aspects of gingivitis and body’s response
A team led by University of Washington researchers has identified [...]
New report aims to improve VR use in healthcare education
A new report that could help improve how immersive technologies such as virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are used in healthcare education and training has been published.
Tooth loss associated with increased cognitive impairment, dementia
Tooth loss is a risk factor for cognitive impairment and dementia – and with each tooth lost, the risk of cognitive decline grows, according to a new analysis led by researchers at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing.
Pulling wisdom teeth can improve long-term taste function, research finds
Patients who had their wisdom teeth extracted had improved tasting abilities decades after having the surgery, a new Penn Medicine, USA study published in the journal Chemical Senses found.
The tooth on how the pandemic has affected our smiles
New survey data collected by the Oral Health Foundation and Align Technology has found the profound impact of the pandemic on the way UK adults view their smiles.
Predicting tooth loss
Tooth loss is often accepted as a natural part of aging, but what if there was a way to better identify those most susceptible without the need for a dental exam?