World’s first 3D printed jaw transplant

In a medical breakthrough, doctors and bio-engineers have collaborated to bring the world its first lower jaw transplants, using a prosthetic jaw made by a 3D printer.An 83-year-old Belgian woman unde

Updated on: October 27,2023

World’s first 3D printed jaw transplant

In a medical breakthrough, doctors and bio-engineers have collaborated to bring the world its first lower jaw transplants, using a prosthetic jaw made by a 3D printer.An 83-year-old Belgian woman unde

Updated on:October 27,2023

Gingival sulcus of the tooth

The tooth is supported by a complex of tissues called the periodontium. There are four tissues that makeup the periodontium - the alveolar bone, periodontal ligament, cementum and the gingiva. The alv

Updated on: November 04,2023

Gingival sulcus of the tooth

The tooth is supported by a complex of tissues called the periodontium. There are four tissues that makeup the periodontium - the alveolar bone, periodontal ligament, cementum and the gingiva. The alv

Updated on:November 04,2023

Discovery of mechanism involved in dental inflammation paves way to therapies against bone loss

by Luciana Constantino,FAPESPLuciano Aparecido de Almeida Júnior, first author of the article, analyzing a research image in the group’s laboratory. Credit: Francisco Wanderley Garcia de Paula-

Updated on: October 14,2023

Discovery of mechanism involved in dental inflammation paves way to therapies against bone loss

by Luciana Constantino,FAPESPLuciano Aparecido de Almeida Júnior, first author of the article, analyzing a research image in the group’s laboratory. Credit: Francisco Wanderley Garcia de Paula-

Updated on:October 14,2023

The High Stakes of Dental Care: Why Investing in Your Oral Health Pays Off Like a Casino Jackpot

Imagine walking into a bustling casino, filled with anticipation and excitement. The atmosphere is electric, and you can feel the thrill of the game coursing through your veins. Just like the world of

Updated on: November 02,2023

The High Stakes of Dental Care: Why Investing in Your Oral Health Pays Off Like a Casino Jackpot

Imagine walking into a bustling casino, filled with anticipation and excitement. The atmosphere is electric, and you can feel the thrill of the game coursing through your veins. Just like the world of

Updated on:November 02,2023

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?31st January 2019Dental HealthMany people ask this question, “why should they get dental cleaning when they brush, floss, rinse and clean their tongue reg

Updated on: October 26,2023

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?

Does Dental Cleaning Damage Teeth?31st January 2019Dental HealthMany people ask this question, “why should they get dental cleaning when they brush, floss, rinse and clean their tongue reg

Updated on:October 26,2023

Acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, research finds

New research finds acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, as a recipe mixing flavored sparkling water with balsamic vinegar to create a so-called "healthier" alternative to

Updated on: October 27,2023

Acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, research finds

New research finds acids in sugar-free beverages could erode tooth enamel, as a recipe mixing flavored sparkling water with balsamic vinegar to create a so-called "healthier" alternative to

Updated on:October 27,2023

Inadequate saliva and fluoride can contribute to tooth decay

Tooth enamel is tough, harder even than skeletal bone. But even with good dental hygiene, the enamel protecting teeth may show signs of decay in older adults. The January issue ofMayo Clinic Hea

Updated on: October 26,2023

Inadequate saliva and fluoride can contribute to tooth decay

Tooth enamel is tough, harder even than skeletal bone. But even with good dental hygiene, the enamel protecting teeth may show signs of decay in older adults. The January issue ofMayo Clinic Hea

Updated on:October 26,2023

New study finds stark differences between dental health of kids in care and general child population

Children in care, including those in foster and residential care, have double the rates of urgent dental treatment and are half as likely to attend dental services as the general child population. Chi

Updated on: October 27,2023

New study finds stark differences between dental health of kids in care and general child population

Children in care, including those in foster and residential care, have double the rates of urgent dental treatment and are half as likely to attend dental services as the general child population. Chi

Updated on:October 27,2023

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice22nd November 2018Dental HealthLike practically any business, your dental practice can use social media to get noticed.

Updated on: October 26,2023

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help Boost the Visibility of Your Dental Practice22nd November 2018Dental HealthLike practically any business, your dental practice can use social media to get noticed.

Updated on:October 26,2023

New at-home test for gingivitis protects oral health

Engineers create home test that uses saliva to detect periodontal diseaseSource: University of CincinnatiSummary:Engineers have developed a new device that can warn consumers about early risks o

Updated on: October 23,2023

New at-home test for gingivitis protects oral health

Engineers create home test that uses saliva to detect periodontal diseaseSource: University of CincinnatiSummary:Engineers have developed a new device that can warn consumers about early risks o

Updated on:October 23,2023

How to fix a broken tooth so you're no longer in pain

by Miriam Jones Bradley, RNAnyone who has ever had a tooth crack or break knows the sinking feeling that follows because it almost certainly means an urgent trip to the dentist.While the enamel on you

Updated on: November 28,2023

How to fix a broken tooth so you're no longer in pain

by Miriam Jones Bradley, RNAnyone who has ever had a tooth crack or break knows the sinking feeling that follows because it almost certainly means an urgent trip to the dentist.While the enamel on you

Updated on:November 28,2023

Study shows link between oral microbiome and naturally occurring alveolar bone loss

It is becoming increasingly clear that the human microbiome – the collection of bacteria, viruses and fungi that live on and within us – significantly contributes to our health. Indeed, several recent

Updated on: October 26,2023

Study shows link between oral microbiome and naturally occurring alveolar bone loss

It is becoming increasingly clear that the human microbiome – the collection of bacteria, viruses and fungi that live on and within us – significantly contributes to our health. Indeed, several recent

Updated on:October 26,2023