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First-ever study to examine use of anti-ageing drug in periodontal disease

SEATTLE, US: Ageing greatly affects overall health and is the greatest risk factor for cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease and periodontal ...

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Periodontal disease worsens chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

CHENGDU, China: Research has shown a connection between severe periodontal disease and the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ...

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Nicotine addiction among the youth: Australia introduces strict vaping restrictions

CANBERRA, Australia: Vaping poses significant risks to both general and oral health, a concern that has grown with the rapid increase in e-cigarette use, ...

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New research reveals the role of preventive oral care in the UK

WEYBRIDGE, UK: Haleon, a British multinational consumer healthcare company, and the College of General Dentistry have recently conducted a survey that ...

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Study examines oral health of war-affected Ukrainian refugees in Germany

AACHEN, Germany: Dental care is vital for well-being and overall health but is sometimes neglected because of certain barriers to accessing dental services....

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Study examines oral health of individuals with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder

SASKATOON, Canada: Oral health can dramatically influence overall health and quality of life. This is especially true for those with developmental ...

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Study indicates pregnant victims of intimate partner violence have poorer oral health

SAN FRANCISCO, US: Physical intimate partner violence (IPV) can be especially detrimental during pregnancy and is a significant public health issue, having ...

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Study shows worsened dental caries after bariatric surgery

GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Obesity is a medical concern that may lead to numerous health problems, including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. A recent study ...

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Good oral health associated with improved survival among head and neck cancer patients

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., US: Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is a global health concern, ranking as the sixth most common malignancy worldwide. Poor...

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EFP launches new campaign for cooperation between dental and medical practitioners

BRUSSELS, Belgium: An ongoing and open exchange between oral health providers and family physicians can effectively improve the quality of their patients’...

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AVOLA Declaration Association and Curaden agree on partnership for advancement of global health

LUCERNE, Switzerland: AVOLA Declaration Association, a multidisciplinary network of healthcare professionals and allied workers, and Curaden, a Swiss oral ...

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“The concept of ‘one size fits all’ cannot be applied to implant dentistry any more”

Because the long-term success of implant treatment depends on various factors, including oral hygiene, lifestyle habits and health conditions, it is vital ...

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“I look forward to four days of learning, meeting colleagues and planning future collaborations”

Dr Purnima Kumar is William K. and Mary Anne Najjar endowed professor of dentistry and chair of the Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine at the ...

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“Historically, oral health has been separated from the rest of health”

The common misconception that oral health is not interlinked with overall health is slowly being dispelled by dental professionals who continue to ...

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“There is so much opportunity to improve the quality of life of patients with head and neck tumours”

Head and neck cancer may have drastic, long-lasting consequences, and dental professionals can play a crucial role in the patient’s treatment plan. Dental...

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“Maintaining good dental and oral health is crucial for lifelong quality of life”

As the elderly population continues to grow exponentially, it is now more important than ever to address certain challenges related to the oral and overall ...

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Researchers develop at-home test that can diagnose gingivitis

CINCINNATI, US: The prevalence of gingivitis continues to be a significant public health concern, and barriers such as limited access to healthcare and high...

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Vaping jeopardises oral health as much as smoking does, states EFP

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Besides crippling health effects, smoking can cause serious damage to oral health, putting smokers at an increased risk of periodontal ...

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New strategy for WOHD to be revealed at World Dental Congress

Celebrated every year on 20 March, World Oral Health Day (WOHD) is the largest global awareness campaign on oral health. The WOHD task team oversees the ...

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“We are thinking beyond dentistry”: Study helps clinicians identify Sjögren’s syndrome

Indianapolis, US: Sjögren’s syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect the entire body including the teeth. Since diagnosing the disease ...

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New research examines ameloblasts, holds promise for regenerative dentistry

SEATTLE, US: Murine models have been instrumental in studying tooth development; however, significant differences in tooth shape, number of cusps, and the ...

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Malaysia’s first oral health Braille book enters record book

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia: Addressing the oral health needs of the blind community, Malaysia published its first dental Braille book, Colour Your World With ...

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New method of safe and painless drug delivery is to be commercially available

SINGAPORE: Some ways of administering medication, such as rectal insertions, can be distressing and unpleasant for patients. Researchers at the National ...

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Curaprox advances its research and development efforts in the US

MESA, Ariz., US: Curaprox, the Swiss oral care brand known for its innovative products and commitment to oral health, has established an advisory board of ...

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New clinical practice guideline on caries restorations now available

CHICAGO, US: To improve the clinical decision-making of dentists, the American Dental Association (ADA) has recently released a new clinical practice ...

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TePe publishes its sustainability report for 2022

MALMÖ, Sweden: TePe, the leading Swedish oral healthcare brand, has released its sustainability report for 2022. The report showcases TePe’s initiatives ...

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HAART treatment for HIV/Aids patients plays key role in their oral health

CHENGDU, China/SENDAI, Japan: Roughly forty million individuals around the world were living with HIV/Aids in 2021. Highly active antiretroviral therapy ...

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Researchers find link between obesity and oral cancer immune escape

ANN ARBOR, Mich., US: Researchers from the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center and School of Dentistry have recently reported that obesity is ...

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Researchers to develop novel antibiotic delivery system to treat aggressive periodontitis

BETHLEHEM, Pa., US: Aggressive forms of periodontitis associated with Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans are often difficult to treat with traditional ...

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EFP publishes report on needed collaboration between dental professionals and general practitioners

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Close collaboration between general practitioners, periodontists and other oral health professionals is necessary for effective ...

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