Most people think of oral health as simply brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist. But modern science is revealing ...

New research suggests gum disease prevention may rely on disrupting bacterial communication instead of killing microbes, ...

Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet 90% of these conditions are entirely preventable through proper daily care. What’s particularly striking is that tooth decay remains ...

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In a joint study by researchers at the University of Rochester, US, and Indian researchers found that immune cells in the ...

New research reveals strong links between gum disease and heart problems. Plaque buildup in gums may signal increased ...

Cavity-causing bacteria also use dietary sugars to make a sticky layer called a biofilm that acts like a fortress attached to ...

Fluoride remains the cornerstone of preventive dentistry, and researchers have analyzed the many delivery methods of fluoride ...

We all know how bad breath can be embarrassing at times. In most cases, it is associated with oral or dental hygiene. But ...

Scientists are discovering that the oral microbiome—home to hundreds of species of bacteria and fungi—may help predict ...

AS I write this, I recall that a few days ago I celebrated thirty-nine years as a dentist. During this period, I worked in ...