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Researchers in Japan have found that the patients who are most likely to schedule a dental check-up are those who understand the benefit of check-ups in preventing disease and those who have existing positive oral health behaviours.
There is increasing demand for clear aligner therapy (CAT) for mild to moderate malocclusion in adults.
In a study of nearly 3,000 schoolchildren, silver diamine fluoride (SDF) – a liquid that is brushed onto teeth to prevent cavities or keep them from worsening – was as effective against cavities as dental sealants.
A study from researchers at the University of Sheffield has sought to examine how the general public perceives the push for sustainability within the dental profession.
In a recent study, researchers investigated the role of oral bacteria in the development of brain abscesses.
Periodontitis, a gum disease, can lead to a litany of dental issues from bad breath to bleeding and lost teeth.
DIY orthodontics is a one size fits all approach to reshaping and altering the appearance of your mouth.
A team of University at Buffalo (UB) researchers in the US has developed a new strontium-loaded scaffold that can be personalised to fit any size dental implant and could help improve healing and tissue attachment in patients.
In a recent study, researchers reported that using removable partial dentures may have long-term benefits in reducing mortality among adults with a non-functional dentition, but cautioned that further research is needed.
A study from King’s College London has shed light on the role that a type of cell plays in the progression of periodontal (gum) disease and how it could provide an avenue for therapeutic intervention.
