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Dentistry is a fast-moving field. Keep up with the latest news in the area below.
Read our latest news
Dentistry is a fast-moving field. Keep up with the latest news in the area below.
US dental opioid dispensing declines but remains high compared to international peers
Opioid overprescription remains a major concern in dentistry. Although the prescription of opioids by dentists in the US has decreased [...]
Silent tooth infection could be hurting your whole body
Scientists are uncovering a surprising link between hidden tooth infections and blood sugar problems. Recent research has found that people [...]
Artificial saliva made from sugarcane protein protects teeth from acid and decay
A new type of artificial saliva, delivered as a mouthwash and made using a lab-modified sugarcane protein called CANECPI-5, could [...]
Natural zinc concentration in dentine mapped across entire teeth
Researchers in Germany have mapped how the element zinc is distributed throughout teeth in unprecedented detail. The findings could help [...]
Fixing a tooth infection may improve blood sugar and heart health
New research suggests that treating certain dental infections could help lower inflammation associated with heart disease, while also improving blood [...]
This common tomato nutrient may help prevent severe gum disease
A recent study suggests that older Americans who do not get enough lycopene in their diet face a much higher [...]
