NIDCR Seeks Input on Research
The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) administers millions of dollars in grants each year. But how does the organization determine.
Todays Dental News
Saliva Test May Uncover Deadly Diseases
A revolutionary saliva test may be on the way. UCLA researchers are working on a test that could have the ability to diagnose.
- November 6, 2014
- 1 minute read
Today's Dental News
Illegal Dentistry Possibly Resulted in Canadian Health Issue
About 1,500 dental patients may need to see a doctor. A certification board in British Columbia issued a warning after Tung Shen Wu—also.
- August 13, 2013
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Gums Suffer as People Age
It has recently become clearer why gum health declines with age. Queen Mary, University of London, along with research teams in the United.
- April 19, 2012
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Newly Discovered Oral Bacterium Could Result in Heart Disease, Meningitis
A recently identified type of bacterium could have devastating effects. The bacterium, which inhabits the oral cavity, could result in major health problems,.
- February 28, 2012
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Smoking May Eliminate Helpful Bacteria
Smokers may be more vulnerable to diseases, in addition to developing diseases from smoking. A new study explains that smoking forces the body.
- February 16, 2012
- 1 minute read
Science and Medicine
Obesity is Painful, Study of 1 Million People Finds
“Our findings confirm and extend earlier studies about the link between obesity and pain. A clear association between obesity and pain—with higher rates.
- February 3, 2012
- 2 minutes read
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Mouthwash Could Prevent Tooth Decay
A new mouthwash may eradicate tooth decay. The mouthwash, which was created by a microbiologist from the UCLA School of Dentistry, targets Streptococcus.
- November 18, 2011
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Industry News
OSAP Seeking Program and Abstracts Submissions for 2012
ANNAPOLIS, MD—August 18, 2011—The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention’s (OSAP) Educational Program Committee is actively seeking dental care professionals to conduct seminars,.
- August 19, 2011
- 1 minute read
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Dental Coalition Wants UN to Place Importance on Oral Health
A coalition of 17 various organizations wanted the US delegation at the United Nations General Assembly to stress the importance of oral health..
- July 28, 2011
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