Study: the best, worst and unproven tools to care for your teeth
Do probiotics prevent gum disease? Is flossing necessary? Many patients are unable to confidently answer these questions and more due to the abundance of conflicting medical information. However, new research led by the University at Buffalo aims to separate fact from fiction in determining which oral hygiene tools actually prevent gum disease.
Children from wealthy backgrounds at greater risk of tooth wear
Researchers found that easy access to soft drinks, energy drinks and packaged juices in affluent countries increased the risk of tooth decay.
New technique helps researchers understand how acid damages teeth
The University of Surrey and the School of Dentistry at the University of Birmingham have developed a new technique to improve understanding of how acid damages teeth at the microstructural level. The researchers performed a technique called "in situ synchrotron X-ray microtomography" at Diamond Light Source, a special particle accelerator facility
Study finds that heartburn drugs may provide unexpected benefits for those with gum disease
The use of heartburn medication is associated with decreased severity of gum disease, according to a recent University at Buffalo study.
Poor oral health may impact COVID-19 severity, especially for cardiac patients
The correlation between poor oral health and COVID-19 severity, as well as the correlation between oral health and delayed recovery, demonstrates a potential need to consider oral health an additional risk factor for cardiac patients who may contract COVID-19.
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