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Scientists created a special chewing gum that slashed HPV levels by up to 93% and nearly eliminated two dangerous bacteria linked to head and neck cancer. The treatment leaves healthy mouth bacteria untouched, offering hope for a safer, more affordable way to fight cancer.
A law firm is doubling every donation made at a major dental conference, turning attendee generosity into $30,000 worth of free dental care for people who need it most. Three charities serving children, cancer patients, and seniors will benefit from the matching program.
Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a bioengineered chewing gum that nearly eliminates three microbes linked to head and neck cancers without harming beneficial bacteria. This breakthrough could make oral cancer treatment more effective and affordable for patients worldwide. ---
University of Minnesota researchers discovered how to prevent gum disease by disrupting bacterial "conversations" rather than destroying bacteria. The breakthrough could reshape how we treat infections throughout the body.
University of Minnesota researchers discovered how to prevent gum disease without killing beneficial mouth bacteria. By interrupting chemical signals that harmful bacteria use to coordinate, they can keep your oral microbiome healthier.
Researchers developed a chewing gum from lablab beans that reduced cancer-linked microbes by up to 93% in patient samples. The gum targets harmful bacteria without affecting the good microbes in your mouth.
German researchers created a toothpaste that fights gum disease without killing the helpful bacteria your mouth needs. This microbiome-friendly approach could change how we care for our gums every day.
A simple toothbrush might be one of the most powerful tools against deadly hospital infections. New research shows patients who brush their teeth in the hospital are 60% less likely to develop pneumonia.
Nigeria is launching an ambitious campaign to bring dental care to three million people this year, making checkups and education accessible through community health workers and schools. The initiative tackles preventable dental diseases that silently affect children's growth and adult productivity across the nation.
Nigeria's government is launching an ambitious oral health campaign to reach three million people with dental care and education this year. The initiative integrates dental services into primary healthcare, making treatment more accessible in underserved communities.
