inflammation

Saliva Can Be Used to Predict Excess Body Fat in Teenagers

Researchers at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) and the University of Campinas...

Vaping Alters the Oral Microbiome, Increasing Infection Risks

E-cigarettes alter the mouth’s microbiome and makes users more prone to inflammation and infection,...

Plaque-Identifying Toothpaste Reduces hs-CRP

Research has suggested a link between oral health and inflammatory diseases affecting the entire...

Celebrate the Dentist’s Role in Improving Heart Health This Week

Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States dies of cardiovascular disease, which the...

Botanical Drug Shows Effectiveness Against Head and Neck Cancers

A plant-based drug called APG-157 has shown signs of helping patients fight oral and...

High-Sugar Diet Linked to Periodontal Disease

As sweet soft drinks and excessive sugar increase the risk of dental caries and...

Dental Hygiene Named the Number One Healthcare Support Profession

Now seems to be a good time to launch a career in oral health....

Anti-Aging Drug Holds Promise for Treating Age-Related Oral Diseases

A transplant drug with anti-aging properties can regenerate bone and decrease gum inflammation, promising...

Periodontitis Linked With Calcification of the Cartoid Artery

Researchers at Malmö University in Malmö, Sweden, say they have found a clear link between...

Nutritional Supplements Can Support Periodontal Health

Why is periodontal disease more common among people in their sixties than among twentysomethings,...