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Periodontitis may be Preventable

There could be a new method to stop periodontitis. By blocking a molecular receptor...

New Book States Flossing Serves No Purpose

Utilizing dental floss may be a waste of time, according to a new book....

Tooth Tattoo May Curb Gum Disease

A tooth tattoo may be what dentistry needs to defeat tooth decay. The tattoo,...

Some Foods May Boost Oral Health

At this point, it’s clear that acidic drinks and sugary foods have a negative...

Some Bacteria may Develop Ability to Move within Mouth

A new study indicates that some bacteria may be capable of grow an appendage...

Coconut Oil May Thwart Tooth Decay

Coconut oil may successfully fend off tooth decay. It can be considered an antibiotic...

Pain-free Dental Drill May be on its Way

A pain-free dental device may be unveiled in the near future. University of Missouri...

New Technology May Help Thwart Gum Disease

A new method may be used to help treat gum disease. A technology that...

Correlation Exists Between Dental Health, Dementia

Maintaining good oral health will lower the risk of dementia later in life, according...

Study Finds 20-30% of Dental Bib Clips Harbor Bacteria Even After Disinfection

OXNARD, CALIF. – Aug. 21, 2012 – Researchers at Tufts University School of Dental...