The evolutionary meaning of the kiss

Have you ever wondered what lies in a kiss? Research suggests that kissing may have wider evolutionary implications than romantic and social implications. Since early development Hominid proximity and physical touch have important social and medical implications. Bonobos, prairie dogs, and even Car

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Selenium dental sealants may help prevent cavities

According to research, selenium-containing dental sealants can inhibit the formation of cavities-causing bacteria on and under the sealed tooth, possibly opening up a new way to prevent cavities. In an in vitro study, the organoselenium dental sealant prevented biofilm formation under the sealant,

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Could taste loss among COVID-19 patients be exaggerated?

Researchers from Italy (Trieste) conducted a study entitled “Comprehensive chemosensory psychophysical assessment of self-reported taste dysfunction in patients with long-term COVID-19: a cross-sectional study”. Most patients with COVID-19 self-report dysfunction in smell and taste, making them amon

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Computerized anesthesia devices cause less pain and anxiety

The use of computerized anesthesia devices in dentistry results in less pain and anxiety in adult patients compared to conventional anesthesia. However, dentists should not abandon traditional anesthesia methods and invest in computerized local anesthesia devices (CLAD), partly due to imperfect tra

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Gut bacteria cause alveolar bone loss in mice

Our mouth is home to billions of microbes, including bacteria, fungus, viruses and other microorganisms. These tiny inhabitants, collectively referred to as the oral microbiota, are vital to our oral health, which depends on a delicate balance between harmful and beneficial microbes. Disruption of

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New composite developed by MIT researchers

As part of an exciting new development for potential materials for 3D printing and conventional casting in dentistry, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a composite made primarily from cellulose nanocrystals, chains of organic polymers arranged in crystalli

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