Gum infection could be a major sign of heart trouble, researchers find
Researchers have found that Periodontitis, gum disease, could be connected to even more severe problems elsewhere in the body — the heart.
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Joseph Shavit
- 4 days ago
Groundbreaking topical gel treats and prevents gum disease at home
A topical gel that blocks the receptor for a metabolic byproduct called succinate treats gum disease by suppressing inflammation.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 26, 2022
Innovative topical gel treats and prevents gum disease at home
The research lays the groundwork for a non-invasive treatment for gum disease that people could apply to the gums at home.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 26, 2022
Groundbreaking topical gel treats and prevents gum disease at home
The research lays the groundwork for a non-invasive treatment for gum disease that people could apply to the gums at home.
Joseph Shavit
- Sep 26, 2022
Groundbreaking oral gel prevents and treats gum disease at home
A topical gel that blocks the receptor for a metabolic byproduct called succinate treats gum disease by suppressing inflammation.
Joseph Shavit
- Jul 11, 2022
Shapeshifting microrobots can brush and floss teeth
The robotic microswarm could be particularly valuable for those who lack the manual dexterity to clean their teeth effectively themselves.
Joseph Shavit
- May 17, 2022
Brushing teeth from the inside out: Tiny bots can deep clean teeth
Nano-sized robots manipulated using a magnetic field can help kill bacteria deep inside dentinal tubules, and boost root canal success.
Joshua Shavit
- Sep 13, 2021
Whiter teeth, without the burn
Most people would like to flash a smile of pearly whites, but over time teeth can become stained by foods, beverages and some medications
Joshua Shavit
- Sep 12, 2021
Smart dental implants for that white and 'brightening' smile
Geelsu Hwang and colleagues are developing a smart dental implants that resist bacterial growth and conduct phototherapy.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 30, 2021
Researchers discover why cold induces tooth pain and how to stop it
Odontoblasts, the cells that form a tooth's dentin, have a newly discovered function: Sensing cold, which can trigger pain in teeth
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