Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Mouth and dental care for people with dementia often overlooked, study finds
An England-wide study has found the health of people's mouths and teeth is often overlooked by home care services.
Aug 2, 2024
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Oil pulling for oral health: To swish or not to swish?
After scrolling social media, you might be tempted to ditch your typical oral care regimen in favor of melted coconut oil, or other similar oils, for a practice known as oil pulling. A method of traditional Ayurvedic medicine ...
Aug 1, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Oral and maxillofacial surgery studies reveal dental anxiety linked with adverse childhood experiences
Dental anxiety is a widespread issue that affects countless people globally, causing them to avoid dental care and suffer from poor oral health. A study by the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS), Faculty of ...
Jul 30, 2024
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Health
Q&A: Something to chew on before you sink your teeth into those gummy vitamins
Whether in the grocery aisle, at the pharmacy, or at a dispensary, little gummy treats containing vitamins, supplements, or THC have become ubiquitous. But do the benefits of gummies (and closely-related chewies) outweigh ...
Jul 26, 2024
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Dentistry
A commercial intraoral camera with the ability to screen for cancer
At the forefront of a movement to rewrite oral and oropharyngeal cancer outcomes, Dr. Petra Wilder-Smith has spent the last two decades working on devices for early detection.
Jul 23, 2024
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Cardiology
Study finds 'significant link' between tooth loss and fatal heart disease
Maintaining good oral health is crucial, not only for a radiant smile, but also a healthy heart, according to a new Case Western Reserve University study. Researchers from the School of Dental Medicine found "significant" ...
Jul 22, 2024
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Dentistry
Dental veneers: Everything you need to know
Looking for a brand new smile?
Jul 20, 2024
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Dentistry
Children living in deprived areas are three times more likely to need dental extractions in hospital, finds study
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have found that children living in areas with high levels of deprivation are three times more likely to have severe tooth decay that requires a dental extraction in hospital, ...
Jul 15, 2024
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Dentistry
Dental visits found to increase with support from pediatric providers
Primary care pediatric clinicians could influence parents' decisions to take their children to the dentist, according to a new clinical trial.
Jul 10, 2024
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Dentistry
Study pinpoints high-need areas for oral health services in New York
Oral health plays a critical role in a person's overall health and well-being, yet many New Yorkers face limited access to the oral health services they need. Identifying where these needs are most acute can help guide resource ...
Aug 6, 2024
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