biofilm

Fighting Biofilm With Oral Rinses

INTRODUCTION The control of biofilm is probably the most important factor in a patient’s...

Elementa is a Game-Changer in Oral Health

Modern diets make it nearly impossible for traditional dental aids such as fluoride to...

IADR 2021: Cortexyme Presents New Data on Potential New Periodontal Disease Treatment

Cortexyme, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRTX), a company advancing a pivotal trial in Alzheimer’s disease with...

Q&A With Forsyth Institute CEO Dr. Wenyuan Shi

We’re celebrating Dentistry Today’s 40th anniversary by interviewing 40 of the profession’s top leaders....

Mody Selected for NIH Medical Research Scholars Program

Drashty Mody, a second year student at the Indiana University School of Dentistry (IUSD),...

Does Oral Health Affect Pregnancy?

Oral health during pregnancy can greatly impact the mother and the fetus. While the...

Researchers Chart Gentler Strategy for Treating Early Childhood Caries

The combination of a carb-heavy diet and poor oral hygiene can leave children with...

Researchers Unlock Mechanics Behind Dental Plaque Formation

Using synthetic biology, an international team of researchers has uncovered how a novel microbial...

Nanoparticles Stop Plaque and Tooth Decay Before They Start

A new type pf cerium nanoparticle formulation applied to teeth at the dentist’s office...

Grants to Support Thrush and Periodontitis Prevention Research

The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry has received a pair of grants from...