Plaque

Bubbles Do the Hard Work in Ultrasonic Scaling

Ultrasonic scalers are effective tools in removing built-up plaque. Yet the formation of tiny...

E-Cigarettes Can Speed Up Atherosclerosis

New research indicates that e-cigarettes can accelerate atherosclerosis, which causes the plaque that leads...

Silver in Retainers Stops Streptococcus Mutans

Plaque accumulates around the rough surfaces of retainers, and enamel demineralization may follow. According...

Sugar-Free Gum Could Save the UK Millions

Pediatric tooth decay is a growing crisis in the United Kingdom (UK), affecting 34%...

Implant Surface Treatments Tested Against Peri-Implantitis

Peri-implantitis not only affects the patient; it also affects the implant. One recent study...

AAO Ranks the Acid Levels in Popular Drinks

Soft drinks—even diet drinks, sports drinks, and fruit drinks that are low in sugar...

Yes, Braces Cause Bad Breath

Braces and other orthodontic appliances can straighten teeth and create beautiful smiles. But they...

Silver Fights White Spot Lesions in Orthodontics

Fixed orthodontics sometimes leads to white spot lesions. Research from Beijing Friendship Hospital at...

Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Gum Disease

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness. Anyone can get...

Blueberry Extract Could Fight Gum Disease

If you want to prevent gum disease and reduce antibiotic use, try some wild...