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Skipping Dental Visits May Impact Sense of Smell

Sense of smell may be more important than you think. Without the sense of...

Italian Woman Dies After Contracting Legionnaires’ Disease in Dental Office

An 82-year-old woman in Italy died after developing Legionnaires’ disease from the water at...

Smoking May Eliminate Helpful Bacteria

Smokers may be more vulnerable to diseases, in addition to developing diseases from smoking....

Removing Some Types of Bacteria Key in Preventing Gum Disease

Eliminating certain bacteria is the key to preventing gum disease and tooth loss, according...

People With Bad Breath May Have Other Issues

Bad breath is a common dental problem that may be a cause for concern....

Licorice Battles Bacteria That Causes Tooth Decay

There are two substances in licorice that may be extremely beneficial to dentistry. The...

Baby Bottles Result in Tooth Decay

One of the top causes of tooth decay is a baby bottle, according to...

Possible Solution to Dry Mouth Exists

There may be a way to aid dry mouth condition. A new battery-powered mouthguard...

Poor Oral Health Could Lead to Pneumonia

There may be a connection between poor oral health and pneumonia, according to Yale...

Bacteria Utilizes Specific Methods to Combat Fluoride

Researchers have determined the tactics bacteria use to battle the impact of fluoride, which...