gum disease

Mouthwash Leads the Pack in Breath Freshening Options!

When it comes to fresh breath, 50% of consumers prefer mouthwash, according to DentaVox....

Poor Oral Health Impacts Diabetic Complications

Oral health conditions can have a direct influence on the development of diabetic complications...

Imaging Distinguishes Bacteria Species in Oral Biofilm

Researchers at the Forsyth Institute and the Josephine Bay Paul Center for Comparative Molecular...

Rapamycin Fights Gum Disease and Spurs Bone Growth in Older Mice

A drug that has life-extending effects on mice also reverses age-related dental problems in...

Researchers Uncover How Oral Bacteria Stick Together

Bacteria form biofilms by attaching themselves to the host and to each other by...

Australian Oral Health Getting Worse

The increasing prevalence of tooth decay and gum disease among Australian adults are disturbing...

Startup to Develop Periodontitis Vaccine

An Australian startup will use a $14 million investment to develop a vaccine for...

Dental Teams Could Play Greater Role in Diabetes Identification

Dental teams could play an integral role in identifying people at high risk of...

Studies Link Gum Disease With Stroke Risk

Gum disease was associated with a higher rate of strokes caused by the hardening...

Consensus Report Emphasizes Links Between Periodontitis and Cardiovascular Diseases

There is strong epidemiological evidence that periodontitis increases the risk of future atherosclerotic cardiovascular...