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Scientists Identify Genes That Shape People's Teeth
TUESDAY, Dec. 17, 2024 – Ever wonder why your teeth look the way they do? A group of genes drive the shape of each person’s teeth, including at least one gene inherited from Neanderthals, a new s...
Gum Disease & Diabetes: A Strong Link
THURSDAY, Nov. 14, 2024 – Periodontal (gum) disease and diabetes are locked in a grim partnership aimed at undermining your health, experts warn. “Recent research has shown that diabetes is not only ...
Certain Oral Bacteria Tied to Risk for New Head, Neck Squamous Cell Cancer
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 2, 2024 – Certain oral bacteria are a risk factor for development of head and neck squamous cell cancer (HNSCC), according to a study published online Sept. 26 in JAMA Oncology. ...
Health Concerns Around Fluoride in Water Merit EPA Action, Judge Rules
THURSDAY, Sept. 26, 2024 – -- The Environmental Protection Agency must address concerns about potential health risks posed by the recommended levels of fluoride in the country's drinking water, a ...
Gum Disease Germs Could Help Trigger Cancer
THURSDAY, Sept. 26, 2024 – Bacteria that causes gum disease can also raise a person’s risk of head and neck cancers, a new study says. More than a dozen bacterial species have been linked to a c...
Diabetes Treatment Might Ease Gum Disease, Too
MONDAY, Sept. 23, 2024 – Diabetes can worsen the state of your gums, but a new study suggests that diabetes medications may undo some of that damage. Researchers in Japan found a positive turnaround...
Diabetes Complications Tied to Higher Risk for Gum Disease
THURSDAY, Sept. 19, 2024 – Neuropathy and retinopathy are positively associated with moderate/severe periodontitis, according to a study published online Aug. 5 in the Journal of Dental Research....
Diabetes Can Sometimes Lead to Gum Disease
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 11, 2024 – People with diabetes are more prone to gum disease, due to the damage the chronic illness does to small blood vessels, a new study warns. Diabetics who suffer from other...
Government Report Links Excessive Fluoride in Water to Lowered IQs in Kids
THURSDAY, Aug. 22, 2024 – High levels of fluoride in drinking water may dim the intelligence of children, a new U.S. government report shows. Based on an analysis of published research, the...
Why Back to School Should Include a Dental Checkup
SUNDAY, Aug. 18, 2024 – As kids head back to school this fall, there is probably one item many parents haven't thought to put on the to-do list: dental checkups. But they should make sure their...
TikTok Craze 'Extra Hard' Gum Won't Chisel Your Jawline. It Might Even Hurt You
MONDAY, Aug. 12, 2024 – “Extra-hard” chewing gum is being touted on social media as a means of developing a chiseled jawline. This sort of gum is promoted as a gym for “facial fitness,” toning and ti...
Tooth Loss Could Point to Serious Heart Issues
TUESDAY, July 30, 2024 – A healthy mouth also means a healthy heart, a new review suggests. People who’ve lost teeth are more likely to die from heart problems – and the more teeth lost, the higher t...
Surgery Overused for 'Tongue Tie' Issue That Stops Babies From Breastfeeding, Experts Say
MONDAY, July 29, 2024 – Surgery is being overused to correct breastfeeding difficulties in infants, a new report says. A growing number of newborns are being diagnosed with ankyloglossia, also...
Dental Veneers: Everything You Need to Know
FRIDAY, July 19, 2024 – Looking for a brand new smile? Many people with chipped, worn or indelibly stained teeth may ponder the possibility of veneers. They're wholly cosmetic, typically aren't...
Tips to Safely Helping Your Baby Through Teething Pain
SATURDAY, June 29, 2024 – Tending to a teething baby is tough: Parents want to help, but might not be sure how. Teething typically begins around 4 to 7 months of age, as the 20 or so "baby teeth"...
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