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Research demonstrates impact of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome
An observational study into the effect of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome has found that severe cases led to a…
Oral health
Teeth capable of preserving antibodies for centuries, study finds
A new study has found that teeth could preserve antibodies for hundreds of years, allowing scientists to better understand the…
Dentistry
How does the public perceive dentistry?
Do you want to know more about public perception, views and experiences of dentistry? Miranda Steeples delves into the latest…
Dentistry
Those with dental phobia more likely to have cavities or missing teeth
People with dental phobia are more likely to have active caries or missing teeth, a new study has found. The…
Oral health
Indolepropionic acid could help protect against type 2 diabetes
Higher blood levels of indolepropionic acid may help to protect against type 2 diabetes, a new study has found. The…
Oral health
Face and neck dimensions linked to obstructive sleep apnoea
Face and neck dimensions could predict who is at increased risk of obstructive sleep apnoea, according to a new study.…
Dentistry
Study identifies successful method to reduce dental implant failure
Research has found that a new nanocoating for dental implants inhibits bacterial growth and reduces the formation of bacterial biofilm…
Implant dentistry
Electronic cigarettes just as damaging to oral health as conventional cigarettes
Electronic cigarettes are as equally damaging to gums and teeth as conventional cigarettes, a study has suggested. The University of…
Oral health
Study identifies that obesity can affect the oral tissues
A study of young people undergoing orthodontic treatment has advanced the dental profession’s knowledge of the impact of obesity on oral…
Orthodontics
Scaling titanium implants may aggravate peri-implantitis
A study has revealed that ultrasonic scaling of titanium implants releases particles that not only vary by surface type but…
Implant dentistry
New periodontal vaccine in development
A vaccine to prevent and treat gum disease has been developed by Australian scientists. Scientists at Melbourne University’s Oral Health…
Oral health
Endodontic lesions linked to heart disease
New research has linked endodontic lesions to cardiovascular disease. The study, published online ahead of print in the Journal of Dental Research,…
Endodontics
Recording ‘selfies’ while brushing teeth can improve technique
New research has found that recording yourself brushing your teeth can help improve your oral hygiene technique. The study, which…
Oral health
Exposure to common chemicals may cause irreversible damage to children’s teeth
A new study has found that early exposure to two chemicals often found in food packaging and fungicides may cause…
Oral health
Regular consumption of sports drinks a risk to children’s health
New research has found that 89% of school children are consuming sports drinks, with 68% drinking them regularly (between once and seven…
Oral health
Funding grant for simple saliva test for gum disease
A research team from the Plymouth University Peninsula School of Dentistry has been awarded a grant from the Oral and Dental…
Oral health