oral hygiene

Poor Oral Health Linked to Death by Pneumonia in the Elderly

Elderly individuals with fewer teeth, poor dental hygiene, and more cavities constantly ingest more...

Bad Oral Health Can Spell Doom for Your Romantic Relationships

Failing to brush your teeth twice a day can lead to more than a...

Dental Care May Benefit Patients Scheduled for Cancer Surgery

Preoperative oral care by a dentist may help reduce postoperative complications such as pneumonia...

Your Kids Don’t Like Brushing or Flossing? You’re Not Alone

Kids just don’t want to brush and floss. According to a national survey by...

Elite Athletes’ Poor Oral Health Affects Their Performance

Elite athletes across a wide range of sports exhibit high levels of oral disease,...

Antimicrobial Resistance Linked With Severe Periodontitis

Antimicrobial resistance is on the rise among German patients with severe periodontitis, according to...

Campaign Aims to Educate Parents About Oral Health

The Children’s Dental Health Project (CDHP) and UnitedHealthcare are releasing radio and TV public...

Oral Pain Tops the List of Reasons for Unplanned Dental Visits

Most adults don’t seek out proactive dental care, and they visit the dentist less...

Sonic Toothbrush Also Flosses Teeth

The Waterpik Sonic-Fusion combines a sonic toothbrush with a water flosser in a single...

Fluoride Varnish Helps Remineralization and Prevents Caries

The prevalence of caries in adults and adolescents is declining, according to the Institute...