Category: Dentistry

Virtual reality can be used in medicine to create a relaxing environment during treatment, which for certain groups of patients is usually difficult. Every dentist will one day treat a patient with some form of mental retardation, and according to recent research, technology is now available to mak

A completely healthy 54-year-old woman developed an acute ischemic stroke five weeks after tooth extraction and was later diagnosed with a rare case of infective endocarditis. After a week's hospital stay and six weeks of intravenous antibiotics, the woman recovered. Prophylactic antibiotics we

A recent study found that bacteria associated with periodontal disease contribute to the development of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Studies have shown a connection between severe periodontal disease and the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, the specifi

A study conducted by Japanese scientists found that the common oral pathogen Porphyromonas gingivalis may worsen post-infarction myocardial fragility. Researchers from the Tokyo Medical and Dental University have added to the literature linking periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease by conf

The artificial tongue, or array of chemical sensors, was able to identify plaque from saliva samples, but was also able to determine that it was plaque from a person with tooth decay and destroyed it. The authors report that this discovery may help diagnose and treat bacterial dental diseases faste

Foods rich in saturated fat and cholesterol may exacerbate alveolar bone loss associated with periodontal disease, indicating that a person's diet may affect long-term dental health. In animal experiments, diets rich in saturated fat and cholesterol were associated with increased bone loss due

3D printed models can serve as a valuable tool to help understand the patient and ensure informed consent before procedures. VSP uses advanced imaging techniques and software to allow surgeons to visualize and simulate surgeries before they are performed. This increases predictability and individu

Researchers have recently combined two methods for treating dental caries, thereby increasing their antimicrobial effectiveness. According to research, dental caries is the most common oral disease caused by biofilm and the treatment of which is quite expensive. Fluoride, as a primary anti-cariogen

Researchers have recently developed a toothpaste that may reduce the risk of allergic reactions in adults with peanut allergies. Oral immunotherapy for peanut allergy involves consuming small amounts of peanuts to desensitize people to legumes, thereby ensuring a milder reaction to peanuts in the f

Healthtech start-up Jawsense and Nottingham Trent University (NTU) Health Technology Innovation Center will work together to develop a smart headband designed to detect and reduce bruxism and temporomandibular disorders (TMD). This smart device will use advanced sensors and algorithms to recognize