Category: Dentistry

When it comes to creating dentures, artificial teeth can be either milled or printed. But which method is more accurate? In a head-to-head comparison, both processes were found to be clinically acceptable. The researchers compared the accuracy of artificial teeth made using a special disc method wi

The Proclaim device, with a 3D printed mouthpiece, is a specialty oral irrigator that uses up to 60 high-precision jets for a personalized and automated 7-second deep clean. Modern oral hygiene methods are based on old technology that requires regular repetition of instructions and skill in masterin

Plasma cell gingivitis (PCG) is a rare benign disease that typically affects the marginal and adjacent gingiva. This case report describes generalized PCG in detail, including patient management and the clinicopathological characteristics of the disease. Plasma cell gingivitis (PCG) is an extremely

The advancement of digital dentistry continues to improve the disconnected communication between dental teams and achieve excellent clinical outcomes for patients. Digital analysis and planning of complex cases requiring the involvement of dental professionals from different specialties can be accom

A gum disease bacteria called Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans may worsen rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a study. Some treatments reduce arthritis symptoms by blocking a person's immune response, suggesting that stopping this pathway could help control RA caused by bacterial infec

Alcohol-free mouthwashes containing essential oils may taste better but may be less effective at removing plaque than their alcohol-based counterparts, a systematic review found. However, an alcohol-free essential oil mouthwash (EOalc−) and an alcohol-containing essential oil mouthwash (EOalc+) show

Manual toothbrushes with specific features, such as cross-shaped bristles, combined with a modified Bass brushing technique may be the most effective method for removing plaque and reducing gum inflammation. However, further research on the relationship between bristle wear and oral health is needed

Women tend to produce significantly less saliva than men, making them more susceptible to certain oral health conditions and negatively impacting their quality of life, according to researchers from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine (UConn). The differences, which have been lar

The discovery marks a turning point in our understanding of the link between fusobacteria and head and neck cancer. Treatment of head and neck cancer is notoriously complex, with few advances in the last 20 years. However, a team of UK researchers has recently made the startling discovery that Fusob

Assessing the bone mineral density (BMD) of the sides of the jaw, known as the mandibular ramus, using panoramic dental radiography can help identify patients at risk of developing osteoporosis. The study authors write that panoramic dental X-rays may serve as an additional screening tool for osteop