New pathway enhances brown fat thermogenesis and metabolic health
Researchers have determined how a key protein activates brown fat by expanding blood vessels and nerves in the…
New strategy targets Porphyromonas gingivalis without harming healthy microbes
For years, treating gum disease has meant scraping away plaque, cutting out damaged tissue or turning to antibiotics…
NIH’s continued investment fuels TMJ pain research
Chronic pain is one of the most common health conditions worldwide. Back pain is the most frequently reported…
Oral cancer pain and opioid tolerance share a common EGFR mechanism
Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) signaling in the tissue around oral cancers both increases nerve sensitivity and makes…
15 Predictions For The Biggest Research Breakthroughs In 2026
The future is now. (Credit: Butusova Elena on Shutterstock) In A Nutshell Personalized AI “health agents,” virtual drug…
Antioxidant in red and pink produce linked to lower severe gum disease risk
Lycopene is found in red and pink fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, watermelon and grapefruit. (iStock) A…
AR3-based optogenetic strategy shows high efficacy in inducing apoptosis and antitumor effects
One of the hallmarks of cancer cells is their ability to evade apoptosis, or programmed cell death, through…
Limitations of knowledge competency and error patterns in large language models based on orthodontic licensing examinations | BMC Oral Health
Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the limitations of large language models (LLMs) in orthodontics by comparing their…
Insomnia as a risk factor for temporomandibular disorders: a nationwide population-based cohort study | BMC Oral Health
Data source This study utilized data from the Korean NHIS, which operates a mandatory universal healthcare system covering…
New NIH grants fuel research in oral cancer treatment and pain relief
Researchers at the School of Dentistry at UT Health San Antonio, the academic health center of The University…
Enhancing dental trauma management: insights into physical education graduates’ knowledge and performance | BMC Oral Health
Methodological considerations While this study aimed to assess both awareness and practical competencies among physical education graduates, it…
Morphological comparison between artificial intelligence-driven and manual CAD design in single tooth restoration: a preliminary study | BMC Oral Health
Data collecting This comparative study received ethical approval from the Institutional Review Board of Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical…