Silver Fights White Spot Lesions in Orthodontics
Fixed orthodontics sometimes leads to white spot lesions. Research from Beijing Friendship Hospital at Capital Medical University in China, though, has shown that.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Gum Disease
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Anyone can get it, though it affects women more than men, and.
- October 1, 2015
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Blueberry Extract Could Fight Gum Disease
If you want to prevent gum disease and reduce antibiotic use, try some wild blueberry. That’s the suggestion of a report in the.
- September 3, 2015
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Dentures May House Respiratory Pathogens
An article in the Journal of Prosthodontics notes a relationship between dental plaque and pulmonary infection, particularly in elderly individuals. With one in.
- August 25, 2015
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Natural Plant Chemicals Could Prevent Tooth Decay
A specific plant may have what it takes to help dental health. Licorice roots contain a compound called trans-chalcone, which contains a natural.
- June 1, 2015
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Brushing Soon After Eating Could be Acceptable
Brushing one’s teeth right after a meal may not cause any problems, according to the Japan Society of Pediatric Dentistry. In recent years,.
- April 30, 2015
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New Technique for Applying Drugs to Dental Plaque
A group of researchers discovered a new method to deliver antibacterial agents within plaque even with the presence of saliva. Based on the.
- April 9, 2015
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Treating Common Gum Condition Could Limit Heart Attacks for Some Patients
There’s an easy adjustment that could be made to aid people with chronic kidney disease. Treating a common gum condition in chronic kidney.
- April 2, 2015
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Coffee Could Lead to Healthy Teeth
There may be a newly discovered benefit to drinking coffee. Recent studies suggest that regularly drinking coffee keeps teeth healthy and clean. The.
- June 27, 2014
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Antibacterial Agent Aids Toothpaste Success
Triclosan may be the most important ingredient in fluoride toothpaste. A new study shows that triclosan, which is a bacterial agent, combines with.
- January 14, 2014
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