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Oral Bacteria Tied to Esophageal Cancer

Fusobacterium nucleatum, which is usually found in the human mouth, has been related to...

Vaccine Could Inhibit Periodontitis

A vaccine that could reduce or eliminate the need for surgery and antibiotics for...

Dental Care Inequities Affect Poor and Rural Residents in Illinois

While families across the nation struggle with maintaining oral health, times are particularly tough...

Oral Cancer Rates Increase by 68% in the United Kingdom

While incidence rates of other types of cancer continue to fall, oral cancer is...

Grants Target Early Childhood Caries Prevention Programs

The Canada-United States Chapter of the Alliance for a Cavity-Free Future (ACFF) has awarded...

Minorities Underrepresented in the Dental Workforce

Underrepresented minority dentists comprise a smaller percentage of the dental workforce and are unevenly...

Innovation Center to Showcase the Latest Dental Technology

The West Virginia University (WVU) School of Dentistry will partner with the Center for...

$400,000 Grant to Support Virtual Dental Home Development

Access to dental care remains a challenge for many people with disabilities. The North...

Most Older Americans Lack Dental Insurance and Oral Healthcare

Only 12% of older Americans have some form of dental insurance and fewer than...

Dentist Involved in VA Infection Risk Resigns

The Veterans Administration (VA) Medical Center in Tomah, Wis, is notifying 592 veterans that...