Plaque

Molecule Thwarts Tooth Decay-Causing Bacteria

A molecule has been discovered that destroys the bacteria associated with tooth decay in...

Bad Oral Hygiene Raises Cancer Risk

There’s more evidence that suggests poor oral hygiene increases the risk dying prematurely from...

Anthropologists Make Use of Ancient Dental Plaque

Anthropologists may soon learn more about the diets of people from ancient civilizations. And...

Dental Plaque Bacteria May Cause Blood Clots

Oral bacteria that enter the bloodstream may cause major blood clots, and possibly even...

Smoking May Eliminate Helpful Bacteria

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

Some Dentists Want Warnings Printed on Sugary Drinks

Dentists in Ireland are starting a campaign to have warnings on sugary drinks. The...

Minnesota Dental Association Launches Patient Education Campaign

The Minnesota Dental Association wants people to know how important their oral health is....

Bark Ingredient May Limit Plaque

Magnolia bark extract may be what you need to stop plaque. Sugarless chewing gum...

Dental Issues Force People to Miss Work

Dental problems are becoming a major issue for the work force in Britain. Roughly...

Mouth Contains More Germs than Total Number of People on Earth

There are more germs on one person’s mouth than ever thought, according some dentists....