News tagged with oral hygiene
Study shows nearly 1/3 of human genome is involved in gingivitis
Gingivitis, which may affect more than one-half of the U.S. adult population, is a condition commonly attributed to lapses in simple oral hygiene habits. However, a new study shows that development and reversal of gingivitis ...
Dec 07, 2009 |
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Body's immune system response to dental plaque varies by gender and race
Will neglecting to brush your teeth damage more than just your smile? Can failing to attack dental plaque increase your risk of heart damage?
Medicine & Health / Medical research
Sep 25, 2009 |
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Diets bad for teeth are also bad for the body
(PhysOrg.com) -- Dental disease may be a wake-up call that your diet is harming your body.
Jul 09, 2009 |
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Can periodontal disease act as a risk factor for HIV-1?
Today, during the 87th General Session of the International Association for Dental Research, convening at the Miami Beach Convention Center, a group of scientists from Nihon University (Tokyo, Japan) will present findings ...
Medicine & Health / HIV & AIDS
Apr 03, 2009 |
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Placement of dental implants results in minimal bone loss
Dental implants are frequently used as a replacement for missing teeth in order to restore the patient's tooth function and appearance. Previous research demonstrates that the placement of a dental implant disrupts the host ...
Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
May 12, 2009 |
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