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Periodontitis May Double Risk of High Blood Pressure

Adults with periodontitis may be significantly more likely to have higher blood pressure than...

Synthetic Peptide Resolves Gingivitis Inflammation in Three Weeks

A novel synthetic cyclic peptide known as AMY-101 reduces inflammation in gingivitis patients, according...

Brushing Twice a Day Stabilizes Gingival Health in Periodontitis Patients

Self-performed mechanical plaque control (SPC) via toothbrushing and interproximal cleaning is key to preventing...

Good Oral Health Means a Better Sex Life

Poor oral health can take a toll on relationships, according to surveys by DentaVox,...

Organized Dentistry Disagrees With WHO COVID-19 Recommendations

The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to recommend the delay of routine dental procedures....

WHO Continues Recommendations for Restricting Non-Essential Dental Care

In its latest recommendations, the World Health Organization (WHO) advises that routine non-essential oral...

Lupus Linked With Periodontitis Complications

Patients with lupus have a higher chance of complications related to periodontitis such as...

Toothpaste With Tranexamic Acid Recalled in Canada

LinkGlobal Food is recalling unauthorized Yunnan Baiyao Toothpaste because it includes tranexamic acid, which...

26% of People Say They Would Share Their Toothbrush

Even though it could be bad for your health—and really gross, too—26% of British...

Hygienists Encouraged to Have the Cannabis Conversation in Canada

With its recent nationwide legalization, people need to think carefully before using cannabis considering...