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Poor Oral Health Linked to Death by Pneumonia in the Elderly

Elderly individuals with fewer teeth, poor dental hygiene, and more cavities constantly ingest more...

NYU Makes Tuition Free for Med School Students

New York University (NYU) School of Medicine has announced that it will offer a...

Bad Oral Health Can Spell Doom for Your Romantic Relationships

Failing to brush your teeth twice a day can lead to more than a...

Neanderthal Tartar Reveals Limited Plant-Based Diet

The Neanderthals roamed Europe and Western Asia between 230,000 and 28,000 years ago. While...

Mission of Mercy to Provide Free Dental Care in Minneapolis in September

The Minnesota Dental Association and the Minnesota Dental Foundation will host the Minnesota Mission...

Dental Grads Have Fourth Highest Student Debt-to-Income Ratio

Dental school graduates are facing growing piles of student loan debt, and they’re not...

Free Fruits and Veggies in School Can Improve Lifelong Health

Providing free fruits and vegetables and limiting sugary drinks in schools could have positive...

Grant to Support Dental Care for Head and Neck Cancer Patients

The HNC Living Foundation renewed its support for the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)...

Tooth Decay Risk Doubles With Each Year Kids Don’t See a Dentist

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and other dental organizations all urge parents...

Dental Care May Benefit Patients Scheduled for Cancer Surgery

Preoperative oral care by a dentist may help reduce postoperative complications such as pneumonia...