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Nearly half of Vikings had dental caries, study shows
A new study has revealed the prevalence of dental problems amongst Vikings, including how they cleaned and treated their teeth.…
Dentistry
Disrespectful behaviour among colleagues in dentistry is increasing, says study
Newly-released data shows that 30% of participants have experienced more disrespectful behaviour from colleagues compared to during the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Dentistry
Tissue regeneration ‘could replace root canal therapy for endodontic diseases’
A new study explores the potential of tissue regeneration technology to treat endodontic diseases more effectively than root canal therapy.…
Dentistry
Dentists could address life-threatening illnesses at routine check-ups, study finds
According to new research, dental professionals who are trained to recognise signs of non-dental illnesses can significantly improve their patients’…
Dentistry
Could marijuana be the answer to relieving dental pain?
A new study suggests that cannabidiol (CBD), a component of marijuana, is effective as an alternative to opioid painkillers for…
Dentistry
Flexible working found to improve heart health
Increased flexible working may improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease by the equivalent of five to…
Health & research
Peanut toothpaste could reduce the severity of allergic reactions, study finds
A new study has demonstrated that specially formulated toothpaste containing a small amount of peanut protein could be used to…
Health & research
Whole tooth regeneration with stem cells ‘a realistic aim’, study finds
A new study has evaluated the potential uses of stem cells in dental treatment, including regeneration of bone, soft tissue…
Dentistry
Nearly all ex-smokers saw positive changes after quitting
New nationwide research has shown that 95% of ex-smokers saw positive changes as soon as two weeks after quitting. The…
Dentistry
Research demonstrates impact of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome
An observational study into the effect of COVID-19 on the oral microbiome has found that severe cases led to a…
Oral health
Teeth capable of preserving antibodies for centuries, study finds
A new study has found that teeth could preserve antibodies for hundreds of years, allowing scientists to better understand the…
Dentistry
How does the public perceive dentistry?
Do you want to know more about public perception, views and experiences of dentistry? Miranda Steeples delves into the latest…
Dentistry
Those with dental phobia more likely to have cavities or missing teeth
People with dental phobia are more likely to have active caries or missing teeth, a new study has found. The…
Oral health
Indolepropionic acid could help protect against type 2 diabetes
Higher blood levels of indolepropionic acid may help to protect against type 2 diabetes, a new study has found. The…
Oral health
Face and neck dimensions linked to obstructive sleep apnoea
Face and neck dimensions could predict who is at increased risk of obstructive sleep apnoea, according to a new study.…
Dentistry
Study identifies successful method to reduce dental implant failure
Research has found that a new nanocoating for dental implants inhibits bacterial growth and reduces the formation of bacterial biofilm…
Implant dentistry
Electronic cigarettes just as damaging to oral health as conventional cigarettes
Electronic cigarettes are as equally damaging to gums and teeth as conventional cigarettes, a study has suggested. The University of…
Oral health
Study identifies that obesity can affect the oral tissues
A study of young people undergoing orthodontic treatment has advanced the dental profession’s knowledge of the impact of obesity on oral…
Orthodontics
Scaling titanium implants may aggravate peri-implantitis
A study has revealed that ultrasonic scaling of titanium implants releases particles that not only vary by surface type but…
Implant dentistry