pH

Researchers Chart Gentler Strategy for Treating Early Childhood Caries

The combination of a carb-heavy diet and poor oral hygiene can leave children with...

Survey Confirms and Debunks Common Oral Health Myths

Conventional wisdom says that diet affects oral health. But people begin to disagree on...

Oral Microbiota Impact Athletic Performance

There’s a complicated relationship between exercise, cardiovascular health, and the oral microbiome, according to...

Nanoparticles Stop Plaque and Tooth Decay Before They Start

A new type pf cerium nanoparticle formulation applied to teeth at the dentist’s office...

Most Patients Would Pay More for Less Painful Anesthetic Procedures

More than seven out of 10 patients said they would pay extra if their...

Chlorhexidine Mouthwash Could Make Saliva Significantly More Acidic

Chlorhexidine mouthwash significantly increases the abundance of lactate-producing bacteria that lower saliva pH and...

How to Prevent Wine-Stained Teeth

As the holidays approach, many folks indulge in more wine than usual—and that could...

High Iron Content and pH in Water Can Cause Black Stains in Plaque

The high iron content and pH of saliva and consumed water are the most...

Nanoparticles Break Up Plaque and Prevent Tooth Decay

An interdisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have used nanoparticles approved...

Petition Aims to End the Sales of Dangerously Acidic Oral Moisturizers

Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia or hyposalivation, is a growing issue plaguing people...