Category: Dentistry

Recent research has provided comprehensive insight into the development and function of ameloblasts in enamel formation. Mouse models have played an important role in the study of dental development; however, significant differences in tooth shape, number of cusps, and timing and sequence of molar

As a threat to global health, the World Health Organization (WHO) has strengthened the global response to fungal infections and antifungal resistance. Increasing antifungal effectiveness is important at the site of infection. Current nanomaterials have demonstrated potential as antifungal agents, bu

Researchers at the University of Michigan have identified a new metric that they say determines the relationship between nerve density and oral cancer. The team led by Dr. Nisha D'Silva, Ph.D., reported that tumors with high normal nerve density (NND), or a change in the distribution of nerves

Streptococcus mutans, Lactobacillus acidophilus and other oral microbes may exhibit bacterial resistance to antiseptics, including chlorhexidine, according to a review. Moreover, resistance may increase over time. This is believed to be the first review to examine the prevalence and proportions of

The study showed that although the use of artificial intelligence in smile design still requires further understanding of the relationship between facial features and human aesthetic perception, it can already be used for symmetrical faces and the results will be satisfactory. Digital smile design

The European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) warns that smoking e-cigarettes is as harmful to gum and oral health as smoking traditional tobacco cigarettes. In its statement, the EFP cited evidence that points to a link between e-cigarette use and poor gum and oral health. The EFP also highlight

Current treatments for dentin hypersensitivity, including desensitizers and dentinal tubule blockers, provide patients with only temporary relief. A permanent solution would be one that provides long-term occlusion of exposed dentinal tubules and mineralization of peritubular dentin. A team of resea

Using an antibody-based approach, the researchers developed a device to detect the concentration of Porphyromonas gingivalis lipopolysaccharides in human saliva. The prevalence of gingivitis continues to be a major public health problem, and barriers such as limited access to health care services a

Caries is one of the most common oral diseases. The development of caries is promoted by the acidic environment in the oral cavity, which is formed as a result of the vital activity of microorganisms. In turn, the number of pathogenic bacteria and their metabolic products increases with the consumpt