Why do some people develop cavities even though they always brush their teeth carefully, while others are less stringent yet do not have any holes?

New research published in BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care suggests severe gum disease, or periodontitis, might be an early sign of diabetes.

Oestrogen therapy has already been credited with helping women manage an array of menopause-related issues. Now a new study suggests that the oestrogen therapy used to treat osteoporosis can lead to healthier teeth and gums. The study outcomes are being published in Menopause. As oestrogen levels fall during menopause, women become more vulnerable to numerous […]

A multidisciplinary team of researchers at the University of Leuven, Belgium has developed a dental implant that gradually releases drugs from a built-in reservoir.