Sugar is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to oral health problems. From cavities to gum disease, excessive sugar ...

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Commonly used alcohol-based mouthwashes can affect both harmful and beneficial bacteria, impacting oral, gut and overall ...

Not this time. A large clinical trial in Malawi has suggested that chewing gum containing xylitol during pregnancy can prevent periodontal disease and reduce the risk of premature birth and low birth ...

While oral health is important to overall well-being, many dental problems start small and go unnoticed until they worsen.

THERE’S some good news for folk with a sweet tooth – dark chocolate is believed to halve the risk of gum disease. Researchers ...

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a prevalent oral health issue that affects people of all ages worldwide.

Hi, it’s Janice in Johannesburg. Before you dismiss chewing gum as just a tacky habit, a study has shown that a common ...

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Technology helps in many ways, but the training, skills, and artistic ability of an experienced cosmetic dentist are key in achieving natural-looking results.

A new study suggests that treating gum disease within three months of a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation (AFib) may ...