New research shows that moderate physical exercise, especially when combined with omega-3 supplementation, can reduce inflammation, bone loss, and bacterial spread in apical periodontitis. The findings highlight a promising preventive and therapeutic…
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FDA Tightens Rules on Fluoride Supplements for Children
The United States Food and Drug Administration has announced plans to restrict unapproved ingestible fluoride prescription products…
Government Shutdown Puts Dental Education and Grants in Limbo
The federal government shutdown could disrupt key United States Department of Education functions that affect dental programs and…
Is Mercury from Dental Amalgam Polluting Britain’s Fish?
Mercury from dental amalgam may be contributing to toxic contamination in Britain’s rivers and coastal waters, with nearly all…
Texas Initiative Aims to Transform Teachers Into Oral Health Champions
A new program at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio’s School of Dentistry is enlisting teachers to help…
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New Oral Bacterium Linked to Systemic Health Problems
New Oral Bacterium Linked to Systemic Health Problems Researchers at Switzerland's Institute of Medical Microbiology of the University of Zurich have identified a new oral bacterium—Streptococcus tigurinus. The discovery is significant…
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Survey Reports That Just Over 10 Percent of American Adults Regularly Practice Healthy Habits Lack of Time is a Culprit DALLAS, March 5, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) Are you one of the many Americans not practicing healthy habits? A recent…
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ORAL HEALTH AMERICA’S BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTS NEW OFFICERS(2)
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