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Dental News
UK government rejects energy drink ban for children
LONDON, UK: After a period of public consultation, advisors to the UK government have concluded that there is insufficient evidence to warrant a ban on the ...
Combination of breast milk and babies’ saliva shapes healthy oral microbiome, study suggests
BRISBANE, Australia: There is much debate of the pros and cons of breast- and bottle-feeding. A research team from the Queensland University of Technology ...
New study links poor toothbrushing habits to heart disease
CHICAGO, US/LONDON, UK: A new study presented during the 2018 American Heart Association Scientific Sessions held recently has suggested that brushing ...
Poor oral health may inhibit effectiveness of hypertension medication
L’AQUILA, Italy: In a new study, researchers at the University of L’Aquila in Italy have highlighted the importance of oral health for patients with ...
Editorial: To live a healthy life, you do not have to go to extremes
GOTHENBURG, Sweden: In his book The Nordic Guide to Living 10 Years Longer, Dr Bertil Marklund, a general medical practitioner and an adjunct professor at ...
Program to improve the oral health of children in foster care gaining momentum
NEW YORK, U.S.: In a bid to help children in foster care improve their oral health, New York City’s Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) and the...
Interview: “Team work makes the dream work”
Despite having only qualified as a dental hygienist relatively recently, Anna Middleton has quickly developed a loyal customer base across multiple ...
Patients affected by mental health at higher risk of poor dental outcomes
PERTH, Australia: A study published by researchers at the University of Western Australia has found that many dental professionals in Perth do not feel ...
Research to improve oral health of dementia patients awarded $3.47 million
NEW YORK, U.S.: The effects of dementia on a person’s oral health can be severe, with research showing that even individuals with mild dementia are at ...
Oral health to be brought into focus during United Nations General Assembly
NEW YORK, U.S.: As part of the 73rd United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) that is currently taking place in New York, the UN will hold a one-day ...
Interview: “BlueM supports the body’s own healing process”
Awareness of the importance of oral care during pregnancy has been increasing, and this is also apparent in the dental products available today. Dutch ...
Researchers sequence rare bacterium that causes rampant dental caries
URBANA, Ill., U.S.: Among the most prevalent chronic diseases in both children and adults is dental caries, which occurs when the mouth is in a state of ...
Webinar to focus on aging patients and their oral health
NEW YORK, U.S.: When it comes to growing older, oral health plays a key role in a person’s quality of life. In a free Dental Tribune Study Club webinar on...
Study finds British athletes have poor oral health
LONDON, UK: Though elite athletes generally possess an enviable level of physical fitness, a recent study has shown that their oral health may leave much to...
Sunstar Foundation hosts Perio Link Night to talk about the Achilles heel of elite athletes
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: In front of an appreciative audience, the Sunstar Foundation welcomed a variety of notable guests both from and outside of ...
Tax on sugary beverages positively affects oral health
BRISBANE , Australia: Despite a clear causal link between frequent consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and dental disease, little is known about...
Optimised diet for oral health reduces gingivitis
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: Generally, a diet low in refined carbohydrates is associated with positive consequences for overall health and for oral health in ...
Link between oral and general health discussed at scientific symposium
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: Ahead of the company’s participation at EuroPerio9, Philips Oral Healthcare recently hosted its 11th Global KOL Symposium in ...
Surprising dental health inequalities found between foreign‐ and UK‐born adults
LONDON, UK: Migration patterns in the UK have changed tremendously in the last two decades owing to ease of global travel, asylum seekers from conflict ...
Free oral cancer screenings to be offered throughout parts of Australia
MELBOURNE, Australia: According to the head and neck cancer statistics released by the Australian government, an estimated 4,956 new cases were diagnosed in...
Hot topics in periodontics to be discussed at EuroPerio9
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: EuroPerio9 is the place to be for the latest news about periodontal health and its impact on overall health. On Wednesday June 20, ...
Study shows awareness of poor oral health in identifying child neglect is lacking
LONDON, UK: According to researchers at the University of Southampton in the UK, dental neglect is a marker of child neglect. In a new study, the ...
Impaired cognitive function is a risk indicator for dental caries
DUNEDIN, New Zealand: There is higher prevalence of cognitive and physical impairments among older people that can adversely affect their oral self-care and...
Towards a healthy mouth with [BE YOU.]
Most of us know that proper brushing with toothpaste containing fluoride is the first step in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Despite this, ...
Obesity in New Zealand may be connected with negative effects on oral health
NEW PLYMOUTH, New Zealand: With its good weather and outdoor-focused style of life, it seems unexpected that obesity would be an issue in New Zealand. ...
New narrative for oral health research in focus at AADR symposium
ALEXANDRIA, Va., U.S.: The 47th annual meeting of the American Association for Dental Research (AADR) recently took place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, ...
Oral health gap closing between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australian children
MELBOURNE, Australia: The disparity in oral health between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians is an ongoing issue. Caused in part by limited access ...
Periodontitis-causing bacteria could trigger cancer
HELSINKI, Finland: Researchers in Finland have investigated the role of a bacterium strongly associated with periodontitis in the development of oral and ...
New research links oral health and weight issues
GOTHENBURG, Sweden: Having children eat healthily can be a tricky task. However, having found an association between the prevalence of cariogenic bacteria ...
Planmeca supports World Oral Health Day
GENEVA, Switzerland: Designed to spread a range of positive messages, including good oral hygiene habits and the importance of regular dental check-ups to ...