Brace Yourself for DIY Orthodontia
Do-it-yourself braces. Really. People are wearing orthodontia that they made themselves. No, they aren’t trained clinicians. They’re mostly teenagers who have seen videos.
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Gum Disease Causes Associated with Type 2 Diabetes
New research shows that modulation of B cells could treat and possibly prevent periodontitis and type 2 diabetes. The information appears in the.
- August 5, 2014
- 1 minute read
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Gum Inflammation Reduced by High-Dose Statins in Heart Disease Patients
Statins could be key for heart disease patients, based on a new study. Gum disease among heart disease patients can be limited thanks.
- October 7, 2013
- 1 minute read
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Study Pinpoints Target for TMJD
People with temporomandibular joint disorder may be in luck. Researchers located a protein that is essential in TMJD pain. This could lead to.
- August 6, 2013
- 1 minute read
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Gum Disease May Have Greater Impact on AIDS Patients
Moderate gum disease in an animal model exposed to an AIDS-like condition encountered more viral variants that cause infection and more severe inflammation,.
- February 5, 2013
- 1 minute read
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Gum Problems, Erection Problems May be Related
Men in their 30s with inflamed gums may also have erection problems, according to a new study. The study appeared in the Journal.
- December 5, 2012
- 1 minute read
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Scientist Finds Way to Lower Bone Less, Inflammation Associated with Gum Disease
A University of Louisville scientist discovered a way to stop the inflammation and bone loss that come from gum disease. The researcher, David.
- September 11, 2012
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Protein Could Raise Risk of Blood-Vessel Constriction Involved in Gum Disease
A protein associated with gum disease may increase the risk of plaque-containing blood vessels that result in inflammatory gum disease, according to the.
- April 23, 2012
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Dental Checkups May Limit Risk of Heart Attack
The best way to lower the risk for a heart attack may be visiting the dentist. A new study indicates that heart attack.
- November 14, 2011
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Fighting the Fight for Healthy Teeth
It is known that teeth can protect themselves, to some extent, from attack by bacteria but that inflammation within a tooth can be.
- January 24, 2011
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