Electric toothbrushes win
Electric toothbrushes clean teeth and gums much better than manual toothbrushes, according to the findings of a new study.
Brush your teeth – postpone Alzheimer’s
Researchers have discovered a clear connection between gum disease and Alzheimer’s disease.
Fighting tooth decay
Scientists have found that nutrients in cranberries and blueberries can be highly effective in protecting teeth tooth decay.
Lymph node ratio and oral cancer
Oral cavity cancer is often discovered late, and patients with this advanced form of disease have a five-year survival rate of just 40%.
Study of medieval plaque
Dental calculus from archaeological samples could be a rich source for understanding the dental health of our ancestors.
New method for identifying oral cancer
Researchers have found a correlation between one type of oral cancer’s progression and the abundance of specific proteins in tumour tissue and saliva.
High blood pressure
A new study indicates that postmenopausal women who have experienced tooth loss are at higher risk of developing high blood pressure.