Case Western Reserve University

Patients Prefer Oral Hygiene Instruction from Tablets

It seems like most people are glued to some kind of device. So why...

Researchers Aim to Improve Parental Perceptions of Baby Teeth

Many parents don’t give their children’s baby teeth much thought, since they eventually fall...

More Than 250 Kids Get Free Oral Care at CWRU

As National Children’s Dental Health Month kicks into gear this February, dental schools across...

Oral Bacteria and Fungi May Indicate Greater Tongue Cancer Risks

Squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue, also known as oral tongue cancer, is an...

Grant to Support Study of HIV Treatment’s Effects on Oral Health

Advances in HIV treatment have dramatically improved patient lifespans and quality of life, yet...

Fluoride Suspected in Increasing Diabetes Rates

Fluoride has long been an effective tool in fighting tooth decay. But research from...

Pediatricians to Apply Fluoride Varnish in New Program

Pediatricians will play a larger role in oral health thanks to a project by...

Bacteria-Causing Gum Disease May Lead to Oral Cancer Growth

Fatty acids from bacteria present in gum disease may cause Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS)-related lesions...

Link Exists Between Obesity and Poor Dental Health for Homeless Children

Obesity and dental cavities become worse as impoverished children grow older, according to a...