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Researchers find microbial contaminants in popular e-cigarettes

BOSTON, U.S.: Cigarette smoke contains microbes and microbial toxins, such as endotoxin and glucan, that may have adverse respiratory effects. However, the ...

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BIOLASE and TeamSmile co-host series of oral health events

LOS ANGELES/KANSAS CITY, Mo., U.S.: BIOLASE, a medical device company and a global leader in dental lasers, and TeamSmile, an advocacy group that partners ...

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German researchers develop high-strength material for dental crown

WÜRZBURG, Germany: Conventionally, the production of a dental crown requires several dentist appointments in order to complete the treatment. Researchers ...

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ADA will continue its push for affordable dental care after Australian election

SYDNEY, Australia: A few days after the Australian elections, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with ...

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Simple exercise found to improve oral function in the elderly

SEOUL, South Korea: Older adults frequently experience decreased salivation and xerostomia, which may lead to oral soft-tissue disease, dental caries, ...

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Scientists find a link between improved oral care and substance abuse recovery

SALT LAKE CITY, U.S.: Research indicates that people who suffer from substance use disorder (SUD) generally have poor oral health, which also damages ...

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Review links protruding teeth to long-term oral health risks

ADELAIDE, Australia: A new systematic review has reported that children with protruding primary or early permanent teeth have an increased chance of ...

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Fluoride reduces dental risk from minimal and extended breastfeeding, study says

ADELAIDE, Australia: A recent study has examined the interaction between fluoridated water consumption and breastfeeding duration in relation to dental ...

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New research could prevent jaw damage for cancer patients in need of oral surgery

LOS ANGELES, U.S.: To this day, there is no clinical procedure to treat or stop loss of jawbone tissue, a potentially deadly side effect that can occur ...

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New study offers insights into development of complex microbial communities in oral cavity

MINNEAPOLIS, U.S.: University of Minnesota researchers have studied how oral bacteria adhere to surfaces and develop biofilms in the oral cavity. In the ...

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Researchers detect lead contamination in children’s primary teeth

LOS ANGELES, U.S.: Researchers have recently examined shed primary teeth of children living near the Exide Technologies plant in Verona, California. Two ...

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Norwegian dental healthcare professionals could play greater role in snus prevention, study says

OSLO, Norway: Researchers have recently investigated attitudes and activities among dental healthcare professionals working in the public dental service ...

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Researchers use antibacterial nanoparticles to prolong dental restorations

OAK RIDGE, Tenn., U.S.: Researchers have been using neutron scattering to study how nanoparticles with antibacterial properties could be added to adhesive ...

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New study reports issues of non-compliance with tooth whitening products

STRASBOURG, France: In a recent market surveillance study, the European Network of Official Cosmetics Control Laboratories (OCCLs) has assessed cosmetic ...

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Scientists hopeful of minimising adverse health effects linked to snoring

UMEÅ, Sweden: Researchers have recently reported that the recurrent vibrations caused by heavy snoring can lead to injuries in the upper airways. This ...

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Study confirms dentists’ key role in oral cancer detection

TORONTO, Canada: A new study has shown that dentists are playing an important role in detecting oral cancer. After examining data gathered over an 11-year ...

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Twenty-first IFDH International Symposium on Dental Hygiene to be held in Brisbane

BRISBANE, Australia: The International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IFDH) has recently announced that its International Symposium on Dental Hygiene, ...

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Scientists find effective treatment for oral pain caused by radiation therapy

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., U.S.: Scientists have recently discovered that an oral rinse referred to as magic mouthwash significantly reduces the pain caused by ...

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Scientists discover oral cancer biomarkers associated with patient survival

DUNEDIN, New Zealand/KOLKATA, India: In a recent study, researchers have discovered epigenetic markers that are markedly different in oral cancer tissue ...

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Study finds no correlation between poor oral hygiene and HPV-positive oral cancer

ATLANTA, U.S.: Poor oral health and hygiene are known risk factors for oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Researchers have now found that poor oral health...

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Dental associations request funding for 2020 military dental research program

WASHINGTON, U.S.: The American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Association for Dental Research (AADR) have recently asked Congress to continue in ...

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Tooth whitening products may harm dentin tissue

ORLANDO, Fla., U.S.: In three new studies, researchers have recently found that hydrogen peroxide, even at the concentration used in over-the-counter ...

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Plant-based diet could help reduce gingivitis

FREIBURG, Germany: A recent study has shown that a plant-based wholefood diet enriched with omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin D is able to reduce gingival ...

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Dental caries experience continues to decline

COLOGNE, Germany: A recent study has assessed trends in dental caries experience in permanent dentition in Germany. The findings show that dental caries in ...

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FDA proposes new fluoride standard for bottled water

SILVER SPRING, Md., U.S.: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently proposed the lowering of the allowable level of fluoride in bottled water when...

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Australian government continues to support child dental care scheme

CANBERRA, Australia: The Australian government has recently announced it will be committing A$1 billion to ensure the sustainability of the Child Dental ...

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Dentists continue their push for a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: The results of a recently published study have indicated that the introduction of a tax on sugar-laden beverages could reduce the ...

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ClearCorrect and Align Technology settle long-standing patent dispute

BASLE, Switzerland: ClearCorrect, a Straumann Group company, has agreed to pay US$35 million (€31 million) to settle its long-standing patent dispute with...

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New study shows cancer-linked genetic changes in electronic cigarette users

LOS ANGELES, U.S.: Despite their thriving market, electronic cigarettes may not be a harmless alternative to smoking after all. A recent study has shown ...

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Scientists find link between mouthwash use and raised blood pressure

HOUSTON, U.S.: A balanced oral microbiome can contribute to good cardiovascular health by converting dietary nitrate into nitric oxide (NO), a signaling ...

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