New toothpaste targets periodontitis bacteria without disrupting healthy oral microbiome
The active compound — guanidinoethylbenzylamino imidazopyridine acetate — selectively blocks the growth of harmful bacteria such as Porphyromonas…
Oral bacterium tied to accelerated breast cancer growth and spread in preclinical study
One in 8 females in Canada are expected to develop breast cancer in their lifetime. (iStock) A common…
ADA updates recommendations for early oral cancer detection, citing advances in technology
Burgundy ivory ribbon awareness on doctor’s hand, symbolic bow color for head and neck cancer, oral squamous cell…
Penn AI study uncovers new links between dental caries and environmental, nutritional risks
Their analysis showed the strongest signals of caries clustering in very young children — who also displayed patterns…
‘First’ study links oral bacteria to Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a common brain disorder marked by tremors, muscle stiffness and slowed movement. (iStock) A bacterium…